#decriminalizing marijuana

DPFH Recognizes Legislature’s Passage of Cannabis Decriminalization Bill

The Hawai’i State Legislature sent HB1383 HD2 SD1 CD1, decriminalizing a small amount of cannabis, to Gov. David Ige for his signature on Tuesday, April 30, 2019.

Hawai‘i House Passes Bill to Decriminalize Limited Cannabis Possession

The House of Representatives passed HB1383 HD2, which decriminalizes the possession of three or less grams of cannabis and instead establishes a fine of $200.

Judiciary Committee Votes to Decriminalize Adult Use of Cannabis

Hawai‘i’s House of Representatives’ Judiciary Committee voted to approve, HB1383, a progressive, thoughtful bill that decriminalizes adult use cannabis.

Pot Decriminalization Falters Again, This Time in Senate

The effort to replace criminal with civil penalties for simple possession crossed over to the House in 2013, but couldn’t get out of the Senate this year.

Legal Marijuana Dead, Decriminalized Pot Still Alive

For the second year in a row, a bill legalizing marijuana á la Washington and Colorado fails to gain traction in the Legislature.

Marijuana Topic of Meetings in Hilo, Pahoa

Several organizations are sponsoring the discussions of medical marijuana as well as legalization and decriminalization of the substance on Jan. 25 and Jan. 26.