Minnesota lawmakers finalize bill to legalize recreational marijuana, but law enforcement raises concerns.

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House and Senate negotiators have finalized the details of a bill to legalize recreational marijuana for adults in Minnesota, with final approval expected in the coming days. The bill includes a 10% tax on cannabis products, possession limits, and automatic expungement of records for those convicted of misdemeanor or petty misdemeanor possession. The bill also includes two high-profile gun control measures and new juvenile justice initiatives with an emphasis on rehabilitation. Republican lawmakers have expressed anger over being shut out of the process and have forced lengthy debates.
- Negotiators finalize details of bill to legalize recreational marijuana in Minnesota KSTP
- Minnesota Legislature reaches deal on legalized recreational cannabis WCCO - CBS Minnesota
- If Minnesota legalizes marijuana, when and where will I be allowed to use it? MPR News
- Minnesota lawmakers finish marijuana legalization bill; final votes up next Star Tribune
- Law enforcement leaders raise concerns over legal cannabis in Minnesota CBS Minnesota
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