An Act dedicating one-percent of the recreational marijuana excise tax to youth substance use prevention
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes to allocate one percent of the state’s revenue generated from recreational marijuana excise taxes to fund programs focused on preventing substance use among young people. The goal is to use these funds to support initiatives aimed at educating youth about the risks associated with substance use and providing resources for prevention and treatment. This legislation builds upon previous attempts to dedicate a portion of marijuana tax revenue to youth substance use prevention efforts.
Key provisions
- Designates one percent of recreational marijuana excise tax revenue.
- Specifies the allocation for youth substance use prevention programs.
- Supports programs focused on education and prevention.
- Intended to provide resources for substance use treatment.
- Aligns with previous legislative efforts in this area.
Who is affected
- Youth
- Families
- Public Health Agencies
- Substance Abuse Prevention Organizations
- The Marijuana Industry
Notable changes
- Establishes a dedicated funding stream for youth substance use prevention.
- Continues a trend of utilizing marijuana tax revenue for public health initiatives.
- Builds upon previous legislative attempts to address this issue.
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