Minnesota bill legalizing recreational pot passes Senate, heads to governor's desk
The Minnesota Senate has passed a bill that would legalize recreational marijuana for people over the age of 21, making it the 23rd state to do so
By TRISHA AHMED
Published - May 20, 2023, 07:21 PM ET
Last Updated - Jun 21, 2023, 05:45 PM EDT
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Senators in Minnesota passed a bill Saturday that would allow recreational marijuana use by people over the age of 21 and make it the 23rd state to legalize the substance for adults.
The measure has already been approved by the House and now goes to Democratic Gov. Tim Walz, who has pledged to sign it into law.
Supporters of the bill said it would improve public health and safety and further social justice, while opponents said health and safety would actually worsen.
Under the measure it would become legal by Aug. 1 to possess, use and grow marijuana at home. Retail sales at dispensaries would probably be at least a year away.
