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Weed instead of wine? What Pa.'s state-run weed stores could look like if recreational cannabis is legalized


Published on 2025-05-13 07:28:02 -
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  • A new bill proposes selling recreational cannabis through Pennsylvania's state-run liquor system. It's unlikely to pass
  • but here's what that could actually look like.

The article from The Philadelphia Inquirer discusses a proposed bill in Pennsylvania that aims to legalize recreational marijuana by 2025. The legislation, introduced by state Sen. Sharif Street, would allow adults 21 and older to purchase cannabis from state-run stores, similar to the state's liquor stores. The bill also includes provisions for expunging past marijuana convictions and aims to generate significant tax revenue for the state. However, the proposal faces opposition from some lawmakers and advocacy groups who argue that state control could limit competition and innovation in the cannabis market. The outcome of this bill remains uncertain as it navigates through the legislative process.

Read the Full Philadelphia Inquirer Article at:
[ https://www.inquirer.com/business/weed/weed-legalization-bill-state-store-pennsylvania-marijuana-cannabis-20250513.html ]