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Niezgoda said that smaller infractions, and unintended smuggling, are another matter for travelers to keep in mind.

An estimated $350 million in annual revenue is expected from the 13 percent sales tax on the drug, with 40 percent of the revenue going to a community reinvestment fund.

By late 2022, adults in the state would be able to buy cannabis in retail stores, and could also sample the drug in tasting rooms.

"I feel much more comfortable about that scenario than I would around rushed budget negotiations that would be based off of the Governor's position."

Legislative Democrats’ qualms don’t stop at the social equity funding, there are additional concerns as well with the taxation structure, criminal penalties and oversight of the Governor’s proposed Office of Cannabis Management.

"I think this year it is ripe because the state is going to be desperate for funding. Even with Biden, even with the stimulus, we're still going to need funding. I think we're going to get there this year."

The states also agreed to take more steps to discourage minors from vaping any type of products, including nicotine.

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"It’s pretty common that anyone who enters our jail is going to have a substance abuse issue, possible a mental health issue and a lot of times an issue with both. That’s always been a big problem."

"Where I have to be concerned is when it comes into the public safety of everybody in our community. And, you know, things like driving while ability impaired, is a big thing for me...