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GA HB804Introducedas of 2025-03-20

Crimes and offenses; codify proclamation that would grant a pardon regarding offense of simple possession of marijuana

Plain-English summary

What happened: This Georgia bill would codify a gubernatorial pardon for the offense of simple possession of marijuana and is currently undergoing its second reading in the House.

Why it matters: Codifying pardons for simple possession offenses may affect the pool of individuals eligible to work in or obtain licenses for cannabis-related businesses, depending on state licensing rules tied to prior convictions.

Affects: retailers and cultivators and labs

LATEST ACTION: House Second Readers
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