Minnesota House Passes Finalized Bill to Legalize Recreational Marijuana

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The Minnesota House passed a bill to legalize cannabis for recreational use, allowing people to possess, grow, and use marijuana. The Senate is expected to take up the bill for debate on Friday. The Senate passed a bill that creates a state paid family and medical leave program, which now goes to the governor for his signature. A $3 billion tax plan drew praise and blowback, with Republicans saying Democrats should send more rebates and credits back to taxpayers. Lawmakers reached a deal on a contentious bill that gives hospital nurses a bigger role in staffing plans.
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