More businesses that illicitly “gift” marijuana are starting to publicly ask that D.C. create a pathway for them to enter a legal market — if and when one is created.
D.C. Council Gets Deep In The Weeds On Legalizing Marijuana Sales, Despite Uncertainty On Next Steps
The day-long hearing focused on how to ensure a legal marijuana industry is diverse and equitable and how to handle existing gifting shops and services.
“There is no reason why those who’ve paid their debt to society should be locked out of this industry any longer,” said Councilmember Robert White.
But Mayor Bowser’s team says they still have “high hopes.”
Tuesday was an eventful day for the District on the House Appropriations Committee.
When it comes to weed (among other issues), the federal government has always been a thorn in the side of the city.
The decision comes after Democrats win big in the House of Representatives.
Six others were arrested but will not face charges.
“This is the Christmas of weed culture.”
The way that Initiative 71 has been enacted may actually render the city less likely to be targeted under the Trump administration.
