South Dakota: New Quest For Cannabis Legalization In November 2024 Election As Advocates Meet Ballot Proposal Requirements
In a renewed effort to legalize recreational marijuana, advocates in South Dakota submitted approximately 29,000 signatures to the Secretary of State, aiming for a spot on the November ballot.
With 17,508 valid signatures required for a valid petition, the state has until August 13th to complete the validation process. Should the petition be validated, legal adult-use cannabis will once again be subject to a vote in the general election in November 2024.
What Do They Propose?
The proposed ballot measure would permit recreational marijuana use for adults over 21, setting possession limits at 2 ounces of marijuana or 16 grams of concentrated forms and 1,600 mg of THC in products.
The proposal excludes provisions for business licensing or taxation. Proponents say this is a strategic move to comply with …