Medical Marijuana Could Finally See The Light Of Day In This Southern State As Senators Approve Legalization Measure

A measure that would legalize medical cannabis in North Carolina got the green light from the state Senate members on Thursday.

The Senate Rules Committee picked up on the House Bill 563 and passed it after the Judiciary Committee approved the medical cannabis language being added to a hemp- and kratom-related measure that originated in the state House of Representatives.

The legislation from state Rep. Jeff McNeely (R) was then approved on the Senate floor on second reading in a 33-9 vote, reported Marijuana Moment. Before sending the bill back to the House the measure will be once again reviewed and voted on by Senate members on Monday.

A committee amendment from Sen. …

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