Establishes Division on Marijuana and Cannabis Enforcement in DLPS.
Impact
The implementation of this bill aims to enhance public safety by promoting awareness of the dangers associated with marijuana use while driving or operating vessels. To support this goal, the division will initiate a public awareness campaign that emphasizes the risks of motor vehicle accidents linked to marijuana and the combined use of marijuana and alcohol. By providing this information, the bill seeks to mitigate the impact of impaired driving and improve overall road safety.
Summary
Senate Bill 2066 establishes a new Division on Marijuana and Cannabis Enforcement within the New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety. This division is tasked with compiling pertinent information regarding marijuana-related offenses and creating a centralized resource for law enforcement. A primary objective of the division is to maintain a comprehensive database that tracks arrests related to driving under the influence of marijuana, as well as data on other cannabis-related legal issues, such as arrests, dismissals, and seizures.
Contention
Notably, the bill also mandates the division to submit an annual report to the Governor and the Legislature. This report will detail the activities related to the public awareness campaign and recommendations for any legislative updates. The creation of such a division and database is essential for informing policy changes and assessing the effectiveness of current laws regarding marijuana use and its implications for driving safety.
Enacts Alison Neustrom Act and provides relative to prescribed marijuana for therapeutic uses and the development of rules and regulations by the Louisiana Board of Pharmacy and the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners. (gov sig)