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Louisiana Lawmaker Proposes Recreational Marijuana Sales Pilot

Louisiana Lawmaker Proposes Recreational Marijuana Sales Pilot

New Orleans News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · The Daily News Now!

March 6, 20261m 24s

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Louisiana Lawmaker Proposes Pilot Program for Recreational Marijuana Sales

A Democratic representative from New Orleans, Candace Newell, has introduced a bill to launch a pilot program for recreational marijuana sales in Louisiana. The bill, House Bill three seventy-three, would allow sales only at existing medical marijuana dispensaries to ensure product safety and testing. Newell argues that legalization could bring economic benefits, reduce incarceration, and provide cleaner products free from contaminants. However, Attorney General Liz Murrill opposes the bill, predicting the legislature will reject it. The bill is set to be reviewed by the House Health and Welfare Committee when the session begins on Monday.

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