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Ohio's Legislative Changes to Voter-Approved Cannabis Law Now Active

Ohio's Republican legislature has implemented restrictions on voter-approved cannabis legalization after referendum efforts failed, introducing new criminal penalties and hemp THC regulations that advocates warn will benefit illicit markets.

Mar 22, 2026

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Ohio's DeWine Dismisses Cannabis Rollback Critics as Referendum Looms

Gov. Mike DeWine told cannabis advocates to stop "whining" about Ohio's law restricting the marijuana market as organizers launch a referendum to block key provisions.

Feb 10, 2026

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Ohio Cannabis Groups Clash Over Referendum to Block Hemp Restrictions

Ohio cannabis advocates can now collect signatures for a referendum blocking new marijuana and hemp restrictions, exposing deep industry divisions over regulation and competition.

Feb 9, 2026

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Ohio AG Clears Referendum to Reverse Cannabis, Hemp Restrictions

Ohio's attorney general approved petition language for a referendum that would repeal recent legislative restrictions on cannabis and hemp, allowing signature collection to begin for a potential November 2025 ballot measure.

Feb 6, 2026

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Hawaii Lawmakers Push Voter Referendum After Legislative Stalls

Hawaii legislators introduced bills to put marijuana legalization on the ballot after years of failed legislative attempts, requiring voters to decide the issue through a constitutional amendment referendum.

Jan 22, 2026

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Ohio AG Blocks Cannabis Petition Over 'Misleading' Claims

Ohio's AG rejects a cannabis reform petition, citing misleading summaries. Activists must revise their proposal to continue.

Jan 15, 2026

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