New Jersey’s legal marijuana program must include a safe and responsible approach to home-growing.
By Sophie Nieto-Muñoz, New Jersey Monitor
New Jersey has legalized marijuana for recreational use, but does not permit people to cultivate their own. You can also read about the other ways to get in touch with us. Most of our candidates for governor are against cannabis in the home.
Four candidates in the Democratic Party nomination race for the position of Governor Phil Murphy (D) have said they would support what is called the “Standardized Voting Act”. Four candidates, including Phil Murphy (D), said that they would support the so-called Home Grow—letting people Grown-ups can be a part of the growing population. You can learn more about this by clicking here. You can also read about the other ways to get in touch with us. cannabis plants—for both recreational and medical cannabis usersWhile One Democrat stated that he would support the bill only for medical marijuana.
Two Republican candidates support growing marijuana at home for both recreational and medical purposes.
Bill Spadea is a Republican former radio host who said that any adult could grow marijuana at home. He also suggested between three to six plants as a good number. When they drafted the law, lawmakers should have included home cultivation. The law Setting up the cannabis recreational market He said that four years had passed since he last spoke to him.
Spadea said to The New Jersey Monitor that “the challenge in New Jersey” is that due to regulations the price of legal pot, which is higher than that of what is sold on the streets, is so high that it hasn’t solved the illicit drug trafficking. The problem lies in the regulation.
Murphy, a Democrat is prohibited from running for a second term. The primary vote on June 10 determines who the Democratic nominee and Republican candidate will be in November’s general election.
Cannabis recreational sales have increased Launched in 2022The state has opened hundreds of cannabis dispensaries, yet the prices are still among the highest in America. A bipartisan law that would permit medical marijuana users to grow cannabis in their homes has gained momentum. Long stalled In the State Legislature As the Democrats in the Senate and Assembly claim they are against home growth.
Chris Goldstein a cannabis activist, who is in favor of personal cannabis growing, has said that the new governor will be a crucial player in the cannabis economics.
Governments are now nominating cannabis commissioners or even adjusting taxes. Goldstein said that candidates should be able to clearly describe how they plan to grow the programs and make them better.
Steve Kush said that Durr, the Republican candidate for governor, former state senator Ed Durr, is more Libertarian than his opponents on this matter. Durr’s position on the issue was described by Kush as “Grow It if You’re Growing it For Yourself.” I don’t think you should sell it to the public.
Three of the candidates running for governor are in favor of a home-grown medical cannabis program. Former state senator Steve Sweeney, on the Democratic side, former Englewood Cliffs mayor Mario Kranjac and former Assemblyman Jack Ciattarelli. Sweeney, a Democratic candidate for governor last week, said that medical cannabis patients should be allowed to grow at home. You can also read about the other ways to get in touch with us. Plants would “keep prices more affordable.”
The home cultivation process was an essential part of the whole. The following are some of the ways to get in touch with us: The first step to a better understanding of the world is by learning about it. Establish a solid commercial foundation“, he stated in a press release. “Now, After several years, home-grown cannabis for medical use is now allowed.
Ciattarelli is in agreement, but cautions that he would not want to disturb the legal market.
It is important that people have the opportunity to enjoy their investment. The whole of the world Ciattarelli told an interview that Murphy’s administration “failed to take into account this specific dynamic”.
Newark mayor Ras Baraka is one of the four Democrats who are running to become our next Governor. They support growing cannabis at home for medical and recreational use. The others include Rep. Mikie Sherrill, teachers union leader Sean Spiller, and Jersey City mayor Steve Fulop.
Baraka stated that if you are a person, then Baraka will not be able to help. Are able to Brew beer in their home “there’s no reason why they shouldn’t also be permitted to grow a small quantity of cannabis for personal consumption.”
Fulop has said that he is a Long-time supporters of Growing home grown plants for recreational and medicinal purposes. His city has nearly 12 dispensaries.Though Fulop’s actions have earned him the scorn of cannabis activists. Moving to Fire police officers Who tests positive for Marijuana, despite a State of the art Attorney general order It is legal for police officers to smoke cannabis when they are not on duty.
Emily Potoma, spokeswoman for the Fulop campaign said: “He thinks the cannabis industry in the state must be more accessible and competitive. He believes that strong leadership from the state is key to improving the access and ensuring fair prices and strengthening the entire industry.”
Sherrill supports the home cultivation of marijuana for medical and recreational purposes, with “common sense regulations and safeguards.” Sherrill said that she would work with law enforcement and other stakeholders to make sure the state “does this.” Safely and with consideration.”
Spiller stated that he “sees no reason” for New Jersey not to follow other states who have implemented successful home grows, both medically and recreationally.
The legalization of cannabis should also include safe, responsible and homegrown cannabis. State of New Jersey,” said he.
The candidates for governor, Rep. Josh Gottheimer, (D-05), and State Sen. Jon Bramnick of Union County, Republican, have not responded to comments.
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