DRUGS: Creates the Louisiana Recreational Cannabis Policy Task Force
This bill creates the Louisiana Recreational Cannabis Policy Task Force to study the potential legalization and regulation of recreational marijuana in the state. The task force, which includes members from law enforcement, health agencies, and industry representatives, will examine economic impacts, public health risks, social equity policies, and regulatory frameworks. Its findings and recommendations must be submitted to the legislature by February 1, 2027, to inform any future legislative action on the issue.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced May 12, 2026
Last action May 19, 2026
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3
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1
Committee
2
May 19, 2026
Lower · Passed
Involuntarily deferred in committee.
lower
May 13, 2026
Committee
Read by title, under the rules, referred to the Committee on Administration of Criminal Justice.
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Denise Marcelle
DDemocratic
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