DIGEST
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HB 462 Original 2019 Regular Session Glover
Abstract: Authorizes a local governing authority to call an election to authorize the sale,
possession, distribution, and use of marijuana within its jurisdiction.
Present law (R.S. 40:966) provides for the regulation of controlled dangerous substances, and
prohibits the possession, distribution, dispensing, or possession with intent to distribute or dispense
marijuana.
Proposed constitutional amendment authorizes a local governing authority to call an election for the
purpose of authorizing the sale, possession, distribution, and use of marijuana within the jurisdiction
of the governing authority.
Provides for submission of the proposed amendment to the voters at the statewide election to be held
October 12, 2019.
(Adds Art. XII, ยง17)