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Ohio voters approved legalization, but lawmakers followed with Senate Bill 56, a measure that tightens control through enforcement expansion, licensing caps, and market restrictions. This piece breaks down what the law actually changes, who benefits from the new structure, and how state authority grows while legal access narrows after the vote.
Ohio’s cannabis laws are under fire as lawmakers propose drastic changes to home-growing and hemp products. Are voters’ freedoms at risk?
Explore the latest federal and state-level cannabis reforms, including the SAFER Banking Act and new markets in Virginia and Ohio. Discover how these changes could reshape the U.S. cannabis industry.
Ohio is set to begin recreational marijuana sales by mid-June, following the approval of new licensing rules for dispensaries. The dual licensing program will allow existing medical marijuana dispensaries to sell non-medical products, ensuring a swift rollout. The new law permits adults 21 and over to purchase and possess up to 2.5 ounces of cannabis and grow up to six plants
