Marijuana

Medical marijuana bill: Read the latest version, to be introduced at the Capitol tomorrow

Westword has obtained the latest copy of House Bill1284 -- the much anticipated medical marijuana measure shaped by Representative Tom Massey, among others. Some highlights: Under the document's provisions, the state would have licensing authority over "the size, dimensions, and acceptable colors for a medical marijuana center sign;" authorizes counties...
By Michael RobertsMarch 3, 2010
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Westword has obtained the latest copy of House Bill1284 — the much anticipated medical marijuana measure shaped by Representative Tom Massey, among others.

Some highlights: Under the document’s provisions, the state would have licensing authority over “the size, dimensions, and acceptable colors for a medical marijuana center sign;” authorizes counties and municipalities “to prohibit the operation of medical marijuana centers” or limit their number; bans on-site consumption; and prohibits licensing to anyone “who is not of good moral character.”

There’s more — much more — in these 48 pages. To read them, click here.

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Michael Roberts began his career with Westword in 1990 as music editor. In 1999, he took on a new role, full-time media reporter, as author of a column called The Message. In 2008, he became the lead writer for Westword‘s news blog, The Latest Word, a position he held until January 2023. Michael continues to freelance for Westword, covering everything from business to sports and the media; he also contributes to Jazziz, a national music magazine. He holds a bachelor’s degree from what is now Colorado Mesa University and master’s degrees from the University of California, Los Angeles, and Northwestern University.

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