Hawaii legislators have introduced bills aimed at placing the question of legalizing recreational cannabis on the ballot this November, giving voters the final say on the issue.
The measures, sponsored by Rep. David Tarnas and Sen. Joy San Buenaventura, would amend the state constitution to permit adults 21 and older to possess and use marijuana. If approved by voters, the change would take effect in mid-2027.
Supporters of the proposal say the ballot initiative reflects growing public support and offers a more certain path to legalization after previous efforts stalled in the legislature. To reach the ballot, the bills must secure a two-thirds majority in both the House and Senate.
Proponents argue that a voter-approved constitutional amendment would provide a clear legal foundation to regulate and tax adult-use cannabis, aligning Hawaii with other states that have adopted similar policies.
As the legislation moves through committee and floor votes, lawmakers and stakeholders are continuing to consider the potential social and economic impacts of placing cannabis legalization before voters.
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Hawaii Lawmakers Move to Put Cannabis Legalization Before Voters
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