The General Assembly gave final approval on Friday to a package of bills intended to usher in an era of legalized marijuana in Maryland.
One of the measures represents a downpayment of sorts on the policy implications related to legalization, including how much marijuana an individual can possess (up to 1.5 ounces) and how much they can home-grow (two plants).
Another bill — which is not subject to a potential veto from Gov. Lawrence J. Hogan Jr. (R) — establishes a voter referendum this November. Polls suggest it will pass overwhelmingly. The policy measure only takes effect if voters approve the referendum.
