HB 4371
Relating to legalizing cannabis production, sales and adult consumption
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to legalize cannabis production, sales, and adult consumption in West Virginia. It would allow adults 21 and older to possess up to one ounce of cannabis and establish a regulatory framework overseen by the Bureau for Public Health. Counties would hold referendums to determine whether cannabis production and sales are permitted, and a special excise tax and local sales tax would be implemented. The bill also aims to preserve existing employment, vehicle operation, and private property laws, while acknowledging that this legislation does not alter the West Virginia Medical Cannabis Act.
Key provisions
- Legalizes possession of up to one ounce of cannabis for adults 21 and older.
- Authorizes cannabis production and sales only after county referendums are approved.
- Establishes licensing and permitting processes for cannabis cultivation and retail facilities.
- Creates an excise tax on cannabis sales, with proceeds dedicated to specific state funds.
- Allows for a local sales tax on cannabis sales, with revenue distributed to counties and municipalities.
- Authorizes localities to regulate the location of cannabis businesses.
- Preserves existing laws regarding employment, vehicle operation, and private property use.
- Specifies that this legislation does not alter the West Virginia Medical Cannabis Act.
Who is affected
- Adults 21 and older in West Virginia
- County residents (through referendums)
- Cannabis cultivators
- Cannabis retailers
- Local governments (counties and municipalities)
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