Activists push to decriminalize pot as Pa. state police leaders questioned on legalization

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A handful of activists supporting statewide marijuana legalization and/or decriminalization gathered Monday at the Capitol for the Pennsylvania State Police budget hearing.

Marijuana is a potentially key part of negotiations on the 2024-25 budget, with Gov. Josh Shapiro proposing to legalize and tax recreational marijuana – a significant boost to the commonwealth’s finances, if it comes to pass.