OHIO — A local state senator has introduced a bill that could make major changes to Ohio’s adult-use marijuana law.
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Ohio Senator Stephen Huffman (R-Tipp City) introduced Senate Bill 56 on Jan. 28.
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If the bill passes, it would change several aspects of the law, including the number of plants a person can grow in a household, taxes and THC potencies.
Currently, Ohioans over the age of 21 can grow up to 12 marijuana plants in one household. This bill would cut that number in half to six.
The bill will also look to increase the tax on the adult use of marijuana sales from 10% to 15%. These funds would go into the state’s general fund instead of being divided up, according to the bill.
THC potency in oils and vape products will decrease from 90% to 70% if the bill passes.
Adults who use marijuana can currently store it in the main compartment of their vehicle if it’s sealed and has the original label. But this bill would require all marijuana to be stored in the trunk.
The bill was referred to the Senate committee on Jan. 29 and has several steps before it could pass.
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