Our support for full decriminalization is strengthened by the racist history of enforcement of cannabis offenses in Connecticut.

The war on cannabis, like the war on drugs overall, was a failure that ruined millions of lives. It has torn apart families and decimated communities, all while acting as a vehicle for racial injustice. Connecticut can begin to rectify these harms by creating equity in the cannabis industry.

Status

Active

Session

2021

Bill number

HB 5862

Position

Support