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Marijuana Decriminalization Bill Falters in House

A prominent lawmaker said the bill lacked sufficient support despite passing the Senate and four votes in the House.

House Committee Approves Marijuana Decriminalization Bill

The Judiciary Committee made changes to the House version of the Senate bill but kept possession of small amounts a civil violation.

Marijuana Decriminalization Bill Goes Metric in House

A version of the Senate bill to be considered by the House Judiciary Committee on Thursday has a variety of changes, most involving weights and measures.

Amended Marijuana Decriminalization Bill Moves to House

The bill now provides for a fine of up to $1,000 which represents an attempt to make it palatable to members of the House.

Bill Decriminalizing Marijuana Passes Senate Committee

The bill would make possession of less than an ounce of marijuana a civil violation carrying a maximum fine of $100.

Bill Legalizing Marijuana Dead For Session

The chairman of the House Judiciary Committee said he killed the measure because of a lack of support from lawmakers.