Democratic Gov. Dan McKee scheduled a bill signing ceremony at the State House for Wednesday afternoon after Rhode Island’s General Assembly overwhelming voted in favor of the legislation Tuesday night.
The Rhode Island Police Chiefs’ Association released a statement Tuesday before the legislation passed, saying it wanted to draw attention to “several public health and safety holes.”
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The association said it’s concerned because of the potential for impaired motorists and more roadway fatalities since there’s no test to check for driving under the influence of marijuana. The association also said the bill does not adequately restrict marijuana use in public, which creates a public nuisance.
Thirty-three cannabis retailers will be allowed in Rhode Island. There will be a 10% state cannabis excise tax in addition to the 7% sales tax and 3% local tax for the municipality where the sale takes place.The legislation also provides for the automatic expungement of any prior conviction for possession of cannabis that will be decriminalized. The expungements will occur by July 1, 2024, with an expedited process offered for anyone who wants to have their record expunged sooner.
Current fees charged to patients and caregivers for registration in the state’s medical marijuana program will be eliminated. A three-member Cannabis Control Commission that will oversee the industry will be appointed by the governor with input from the House speaker and approval from the Senate.
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