Michigan’s House of Representatives has given approval to a legislative proposal that would allow those who are 19 and 20 years old to work and volunteer at state licensed marijuana retail outlets.
“A person who is 19 years of age or older may manufacture, purchase, distribute, and sell marihuana accessories if the person is an agent acting on behalf of a marihuana establishment”, states House Bill 4322. The current age is aligned with the age to possess and use marijuana, which is 21.
The measure was filed by State Representative Kevin Coleman along with cosponsors Representatives Jimmie Wilson, Emily Dievendorf, Dylan Wegela, Mike McFall, Graham Filler, Tullio Liberati and James DeSana. Although the measure allows those who are 19 and 20 to work at marijuana stores, it does not allow them to consume marijuana.
Michigan legalized marijuana in 2018 via the Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marijuana Act. The law allows those 21 and older to possess up to 2.5 ounces of marijuana and grow up to 12 plants for personal use. The act also established a licensed and regulated system of marijuana retail outlets, which currently employ thousands of people throughout the state.
The full text of House Bill 4322 can be found by clicking here. The measure will need to be passed by the Senate before it can be sent to Gretchen Whitmer for final consideration.
