LEGAL LIBRARY

Ohio SB 56 faces veto referendum on cannabis regulation

Ohio voters may decide on a veto referendum of SB 56, which regulates marijuana in the state. The bill bans intoxicating hemp outside licensed dispensaries, sets packaging and labeling requirements, and caps the total number of dispensaries statewide. If voters reject the law, the previous regulatory framework would remain in place.

Arizona initiative would repeal recreational marijuana legalization

A proposed initiative in Arizona would repeal the majority of Proposition 207, which legalized recreational cannabis in 2020. If passed, it would roll back legal possession, sales, and the existing dispensary framework. The measure has been filed for the November 2026 ballot.

Massachusetts initiative would ban recreational marijuana sales

A Massachusetts ballot initiative would repeal laws permitting recreational marijuana sales and home cultivation. It would still allow possession of up to one ounce without penalties, with civil fines for one to two ounces. The measure targets the retail infrastructure, not personal use entirely.

Missouri marijuana regulations amendment proposed for 2026 ballot

A proposed Missouri constitutional amendment would expand marijuana rights by recognizing the right of individuals to use, possess, and cultivate cannabis. This builds on the 2022 legalization measure and would strengthen protections for personal use and home cultivation.

Florida marijuana legalization initiative refiled for 2026

After narrowly failing to reach the 60% threshold in 2024, Florida's recreational marijuana legalization effort is back for 2026. The initiative would legalize adult-use cannabis and allow existing medical dispensaries to serve recreational customers.