Support state bill protecting legal marijuana users from federal enforcement
In Plain English
Assembly Bill 1578 would ban California agencies from helping federal agents investigate or arrest people for marijuana activities that are legal under state law. The city faces no costs by supporting this legislation. If passed, the bill creates stronger protection for legal cannabis businesses and users in Richmond.
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Votes
Adopted Resolution No. 64-17 directing staff to send a copy of the resolution to the Senate
PassedPublic Comments
2 public comments (2 spoken)
- Mark WassbergIn person
- James HintonIn person
Community Discussion
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