Massillon City Council opposes marijuana law changes proposed in Ohio Bill 56

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

50% : The city's resolution states that proposed changes counter the decision of Ohio voters, who supported legalizing recreational marijuana in November 2023.
49% : Backers of the current law touted it as a way to right the wrongs of cannabis prohibition: The statute created a social equity and jobs program to promote diversity in the industry and support those who were penalized by previous laws, according to the Columbus Dispatch.
46% : The resolution states that voter-approved, tax revenue allocation is critical for supporting host communities, such as the city of Massillon.
42% : MASSILLON - City Council is opposing proposed state legislation that would change Ohio's recreational marijuana law.

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