Thursday, May 28, 2009

IL Senate approves medical marijuana — goes to House

May 27, 2009

More ways for the state to make some money.

The Illinois Senate today voted to approve legislation — next step the House — that would legalize the use of marijuana for doctor prescribed medical reasons.

Vote 30-28 vote + 1 present

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  • Would create a program that would last for three years and require renewal.
  • Loosely drafted and did not require criminal background checks for people who handle marijuana or grow it under license from the state Department of Public Health.
  • Senate defeated similar legislation two years ago.

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