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According to the search results, Minnesota lawmakers are considering several changes to the state’s new marijuana legalization law:
- THC Beverages on Tap: The new law allows the sale of THC-infused beverages, but bars and restaurants will have to choose between serving alcohol or THC products – they cannot serve both to the same customer during a visit. This is meant to prevent people from mixing alcohol and THC.
- Marijuana License Cap: The state is also considering limiting the number of marijuana business licenses it will issue, in an effort to prevent oversaturation of the market.
The new law, which took effect on August 1, 2023, legalized the possession and use of recreational marijuana for adults 21 and older in Minnesota. However, it also included some restrictions, such as:
- Banning smoking or vaping of cannabis in multi-family housing units starting in March 2025, except for registered medical cannabis patients.
- Allowing cities and towns to pass ordinances prohibiting public use of marijuana, though the state law does not explicitly ban it.
- Limiting the amount of THC allowed in edible and beverage products.
Overall, Minnesota is taking a cautious approach as it implements its new recreational marijuana program, aiming to balance access with public health and safety concerns. The state is still working out the details through legislation and regulations.
News Sources:
https://www.mprnews.org/story/2023/08/03/new-minnesota-marijuana-law-forces-menu-choice-thc-or-booze-but-not-both
https://www.mpp.org/states/minnesota/minnesota-legalization-law-2023-detailed-summary/
