But he also urges legislators to impose a moratorium on sales until they have set up regulations for the drug, a process that could take at least nine months.
Cannabis Report
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China, Maine residents will weigh moratorium on marijuana businesses
They could vote as early as the spring on enacting the temporary ban.
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Oakland council votes to ban marijuana stores, social clubs
It may be Maine’s first ‘dry’ marijuana town, but others have passed moratoriums on such establishments while they consider zoning and other regulations.
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Veterinarians advise pet owners to hide those pot brownies
Dogs are especially opportunistic, and will devour any marijuana-laced treats they find.
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Lots of work to do before Maine marijuana smokers can light up
Rules must be written to address a host of concerns, including keeping children away from edible forms of the drug, how to detect and penalize impaired drivers and whether to integrate or modify the state’s existing medical marijuana program.
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Council OKs temporary ban on marijuana shops, social clubs in Gardiner
The city manager hopes that a moratorium would allow a task force to examine and make recommendations on the issue.
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Biddeford moratorium on marijuana businesses passes first council vote
The city joins two dozen other communities that have enacted or are considering a temporary ban on cannabis businesses.
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Marijuana law officially approved by just under 4,000 votes
The Secretary of State’s Office will send the results to Gov. LePage, who questions whether certifying them will violate his oath of office because pot remains illegal under federal law.
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Opponents of legalized pot urge Maine lawmakers to take lead in crafting regulations
A No on 1 campaign official says recreational use involves many complicated issues, necessitating a broad and thoughtful approach to the rulemaking process.
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South Portland approves moratorium on recreational marijuana businesses
On Tuesday, the Biddeford City Council is scheduled to vote on a similar 180-day moratorium.