New Hampshire House Approves Bill to Remove Criminal Penalties for Marijuana and Marijuana-Infused Products
The Marijuana Herald
Thu, Feb 20
Key Points
- House Bill 75, filed by State Representative Kevin Verville, has been approved by the House of Representatives.
- The measure, now heading to the Senate for consideration, aims to legalize cannabis for individuals aged 21 and older.
- If passed, HB 75 would eliminate criminal penalties for possessing and using dried marijuana as well as marijuana-infused products.
- The proposal does not include provisions for establishing a regulated recreational cannabis market.
House Bill 75 was filed by State Representative Kevin Verville (R) in December 2024. Today, the measure was given approval by the House of Representatives. The measure will now be sent to the Senate for consideration.
The measure would legalize cannabis for everyone 21 and older by removing criminal penalties for possessing and using dried marijuana, as well as marijuana-infused products such as concentrates and edibles. The proposal would not establish a regulated recreational cannabis market. For the full text of HB 75, click here.
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