Democrats Push Again to Legalize Marijuana
State Sen. Agard cites broad support, polls showing 70% in state favor it.
Sep 25th, 2023 by Erik Gunn, Wisconsin ExaminerResponse to Speaker Vos’ Medical Marijuana Comments
Apr 20th, 2023 by State Sen. Melissa Agard, Senate Democratic Leader
State Residents Paid $36 Million in Illinois Marijuana Taxes in 2022
Nonpartisan Legislative Fiscal Bureau study shows revenue lost annually by Wisconsin.
Mar 20th, 2023 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerIllinois, Michigan Gained $770 Million From Cannabis Taxes in 2022
While Wisconsin's Republican legislators struggle to legalize even medical marijuana.
Mar 9th, 2023 by Katjusa Cisar, The Badger ProjectHalf of State’s Adults Live Within 75 Minutes of Marijuana Dispensary
Pot is widely available, study finds, but Wisconsin isn't regulating or collecting taxes on it.
Feb 15th, 2023 by Hope Kirwan, Wisconsin Public RadioLegislators Close to Agreeing on Medical Marijuana Bill
But Vos warns it will be strictly regulated, only for those having a true medical condition.
Jan 9th, 2023 by Rob Mentzer, Wisconsin Public RadioMilwaukee Lawmakers Plan Another Go At Unifying Pot Possession Fines
Report shows a patchwork of marijuana fines in Milwaukee County. Would require city to raise its fine.
Dec 30th, 2022 by Graham KilmerSupervisors Seek Marijuana Referendum
Question to voters on legalizing pot would be identical to 2018 advisory referendum.
Jul 5th, 2022 by Graham KilmerState Lawmakers Hold Hearing on Medical Marijuana
But the state Legislature has already adjourned for the year, so a bill won't pass in 2022.
Apr 21st, 2022 by Shawn Johnson, Wisconsin Public RadioGOP Leader Says Legal Pot Likely ‘At Some Point’
Assembly Majority Leader Steinke points to national trend of states legalizing cannabis.
Mar 7th, 2022 by Christine Hatfield, Wisconsin Public Radio61% Of State Supports Legal Cannabis
MU poll finds 75% of Democrats, 51% of Republicans back legalization.
Mar 6th, 2022 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerTwo Medical Marijuana Bills Proposed
One by legislators from each party. 37 states, including Mississippi, now allow it.
Feb 9th, 2022 by Shamane Mills, Wisconsin Public RadioState bill would erase city’s move to decriminalize marijuana possession, increase minimum penalty to $100
Statement from members of the Common Council: Alderman Nik Kovac, Alderman Ashanti Hamilton, Alderman Cavalier Johnson, Alderman Robert J. Bauman, Alderwoman Nikiya Dodd, Alderwoman JoCasta Zamarripa, Alderwoman Chantia Lewis, Alderman Michael J. Murphy, Alderman José G. Pérez, Alderwoman Marina Dimitrijevic, and Alderman Russell W. Stamper, II
Nov 18th, 2021 by Milwaukee Common CouncilBipartisan Bill Changes Pot Possession Penalties
Lighter penalties for much of the state but tougher for cities like Milwaukee, Madison.
Nov 17th, 2021 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public RadioMedical Professionals Support Legalizing Cannabis
Cannabis prohibition further hurts racial disparities and poses issues for public health
Aug 30th, 2021 by State Sen. Melissa Agard, Senate Democratic LeaderShould Milwaukee Eliminate Fine for Small Amounts of Marijuana?
Council tables a proposed policy change, but could pass measure on July 7th.
Jun 25th, 2021 by Jeramey JanneneCan We Talk About Marijuana? Democrats Ask
GOP legislative leader won’t allow a vote or even discussion of medical marijuana.
Jun 7th, 2021 by Melanie Conklin, Wisconsin Examiner9 Takeaways on Local Marijuana Laws
City and county moving toward reform but arrests and convictions still happening.
Jun 2nd, 2021 by Edgar Mendez, Milwaukee Neighborhood News ServiceHigh Time to Support Cannabis Legalization
GOP set to strip out cannabis legalization from the governor’s proposal tomorrow
May 5th, 2021 by State Sen. Melissa Agard, Senate Democratic LeaderSenate Leader Blocks Marijuana Reform
Most state voters favor it. Blacks are 4.2 times more likely to be arrested for possession.
Apr 27th, 2021 by Iuscely FloresCannabis Backers Switch Focus to Local Laws
‘Beating our head against the wall’ pushing Legislature to legalize pot.
Apr 26th, 2021 by Isiah Holmes, Wisconsin ExaminerIt’s Time for Legal Cannabis in Wisconsin
Governor Evers’ budget says yes to racial equity, yes to new tax revenue from cannabis, and yes to investing in our communities
Apr 20th, 2021 by A Better Wisconsin TogetherEvers, Advocates Discuss Justice System Reform, Legalizing Pot
Evers budget includes major reforms and legalizing medical and recreational marijuana.
Apr 17th, 2021 by Graham KilmerGOP State Senate Leader Dismisses Marijuana Legalization
State Senate Majority Leader said GOP legislators won't vote for legalizing medical or recreational marijuana.
Apr 16th, 2021 by Laurel White, Wisconsin Public RadioBoard Changes Pot Possession Fine to $1
Under state law county can't fully decriminalize.
Mar 26th, 2021 by Graham Kilmer