In the wake of increase and support for medical marijuana, there appears to be a notable decrease in support for banning marijuana. The state of California, for instance, would like to consider legalizing pot for recreational use. And, prominent politicians in Utah argue that legalization for marijuana may be the only way to impose effective regulations for drug possession. However, marijuana continues to be banned under federal law.
Michigan’s medical marijuana law is the focus of ongoing discussions at the state Capitol this week.
Lawmakers are considering proposals that would add regulations to how users can grow and store medical marijuana, and could change how police officers gather information about medical marijuana ID holders.
State Representative John Walsh (R- Livonia) chairs the House committee discussing the medical marijuana proposals.
Unlike tobacco, smoking marijuana – even when done regularly – does not damage the performance of people’s lungs, according to a recent study published by The Journal of the American Medical Association.
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