Uruguay passes bill legalizing marijuana split on party lines; Senate discussion next October

Thursday, August 1st 2013 - 03:56 UTC

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Uruguay's lower house passed a marijuana legalization bill on Wednesday which now must be discussed by the Senate, most probably in October. The vote brings Uruguay one step closer to becoming the first country to legally regulate production, distribution and sale of the drug. Read full article

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Clyde15
I would say that it is Uruguay's business as to how they handle this matter. It will be interesting to see the effect on consumption or crime in a year's time.
Aug 01st, 2013 - 04:57 am - Link - Report abuse 0
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Briton
agreed.
Aug 01st, 2013 - 03:50 pm - Link - Report abuse 0
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ChrisR
Yes, I was amazed that Pepe did this and hope the government will not tax it to a point where it is dearer to buy than from a dealer.

Believe me when I say joined up writing by this government is very rare and I fully expect the bill to be ineffective on that point alone.

I wonder if drug holidays will be as fashionable here as they are in Holland.

Still, we will see what happens if the government actually manages to grow and sell the stuff.
Aug 01st, 2013 - 05:14 pm - Link - Report abuse 0
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reality check
Wow, there' a spliff along party lines!
Aug 02nd, 2013 - 01:46 am - Link - Report abuse 0
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ChrisR
4 reality check

AND, they will be “rolling” in the government offices with this.
Aug 02nd, 2013 - 09:38 am - Link - Report abuse 0
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