24 US states legalize marijuana since 2012, targeting disproportionate harm to minority communities, with expungement, licensing, and tax measures for social equity.
Marijuana legalization in the US aims to address disproportionate harm caused by drug laws on Black, Latino, and minority communities, expanding to 24 states since 2012. Social equity provisions include expunging criminal records, granting cannabis business licenses, and directing tax revenues to affected communities. Despite progress, challenges and obstacles in implementation and financing of such programs persist.
April 20, 2024
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