The Senate Judiciary Committee will hold a public hearing on House Bill 198 on April 15 at 1:40 p.m. in Room 100 of the State House.
The hearing follows the New Hampshire House of Representatives approving HB 198 with a 208 to 125 vote last month. The legislation, introduced by State Representatives Jared Sullivan, Jonah Wheeler, and Heath Howard, would legalize marijuana for individuals 21 and older.
Under HB 198, adults would be allowed to possess up to two ounces of marijuana, 10 grams of marijuana concentrate, and products containing up to 2,000 milligrams of THC. The proposal does not include provisions for licensed retail sales, home cultivation, or public consumption.
HB 198 is one of two marijuana legalization bills to clear the House this session. Last month, lawmakers also approved HB 75, sponsored by State Representative Kevin Verville, which would remove criminal penalties for marijuana possession and use.
If the Senate passes either measure, it will be sent to Governor Kelly Ayotte for a decision.
