The New Hampshire House of Representatives last week approved a bill to legalize recreational marijuana as lawmakers revisit the issue of cannabis policy reform for the Granite State. The measure, House Bill 1633 (HB1633), was passed by the full House on Thursday by a vote of 239-14, although legislators who back cannabis legalization efforts offered only lukewarm support for … [Read more...] about New Hampshire House Advances Recreational Pot Legalization Bill
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Half Baked
New Hampshire is the only state in New England that hasn’t legalized marijuana, but it looks likely to do so this year. Last year, a legalization bill passed the New Hampshire House of Representatives, then failed in the Republican-controlled Senate. But after the bill’s defeat, Governor Chris Sununu indicated his willingness to sign a more restrictive version, under which the … [Read more...] about Half Baked
NH marijuana commission fails to find consensus for a legalization policy
Marijuana plants for the adult recreational market are are seen in a greenhouse at Hepworth Farms in Milton, N.Y., July 15, 2022. New York has issued the first 36 cannabis dispensary licenses on Monday, Nov. 21, 2022 taking a monumental step in establishing a legal — and lucrative — marketplace for recreational marijuana. A state commission created to come up with a plan to … [Read more...] about NH marijuana commission fails to find consensus for a legalization policy
If NH legalizes cannabis, the next challenge looms: attracting farmers
In theory, Jim Riddle is as ready as any New Hampshire farmer to try his hand at cannabis if the state makes it legal. Riddle grew perennial fruit on a farm in Minnesota for 40 years. He moved to Hillsborough to get closer to his daughter, who is raising a family on her own farm. After a pivot, Riddle now grows hemp in an indoor greenhouse operation. And as a board member of … [Read more...] about If NH legalizes cannabis, the next challenge looms: attracting farmers
New Hampshire adult-use cannabis legalization advances to Senate
New Hampshire lawmakers advanced a bipartisan bill to legalize adult-use cannabis in the state. The New Hampshire House of Representatives – the biggest state Legislature in the country – voted 272-109 on Thursday to pass HB 639. The bill now heads to the state Senate, which killed a legalization proposal a year ago. If passed, the measure would legalize up to 4 ounces of … [Read more...] about New Hampshire adult-use cannabis legalization advances to Senate
New Hampshire lawmakers consider 15% tax on marijuana
CONCORD, N.H. — Lawmakers in Concord are considering a 15% tax on cannabis cultivation as they continue to weigh legalizing marijuana. In testimony before the House Ways and Means Committee on Monday, supporters of the proposal said the tax should be kept simple and low to eliminate a black market. A previous idea to incorporate cannabis into the rooms and meals tax to avoid … [Read more...] about New Hampshire lawmakers consider 15% tax on marijuana
New Hampshire House gives initial approval to recreational marijuana legalization bill
The New Hampshire House has given initial approval to legislation to legalize marijuana. House Bill 639 would make possession and use of cannabis legal for adults 21 and older. It empowers existing alternative treatment centers to expand their role in marijuana production to supply local retailers, with the Liquor Commission potentially taking on a greater oversight role. The … [Read more...] about New Hampshire House gives initial approval to recreational marijuana legalization bill
New Marijuana Legalization Bill Gets New Hampshire Hearing
The New Hampshire Legislature is once again debating recreational use of marijuana but efforts to legalize it still face significant hurdles. In the decade since the state legalized medical marijuana, the House has passed recreational marijuana bills several times only to see them get killed in the Senate. Republican Gov. Chris Sununu also has been an opponent, and his office … [Read more...] about New Marijuana Legalization Bill Gets New Hampshire Hearing
Advocates of marijuana legalization in New Hampshire prepare new push at State House
CONCORD, N.H. — The new year will bring new legislation, and one item New Hampshire lawmakers are again working toward is the legalization of marijuana. Advocates said there is still progress to be made, but legal marijuana is getting closer in the state. Former state Rep. Timothy Egan is taking on a new role as an advocate with the New Hampshire Cannabis Association. He said … [Read more...] about Advocates of marijuana legalization in New Hampshire prepare new push at State House
A New England Victory
A Victory For New England Hey guys, hope all has been well since last week. If you read Dad's blog from this week, he recapped our trip to Cannacon. There will be a video of my walk through coming this week but until then, I have some good news. Yesterday the Governor of New Hampshire signed a bill into law that finally decriminalizes up to three fourths of an ounce of … [Read more...] about A New England Victory
