Ohio Senate Republicans have introduced legislation to modify the state’s voter-approved recreational marijuana law, proposing changes to home grow limits, taxation, potency restrictions, and the allocation of cannabis tax revenue.

Senate Bill 56 seeks to lower the number of plants individuals can cultivate, increase the state tax rate from 10% to 15%, and eliminate social equity programs funded by cannabis sales. The bill would also prohibit public smoking, restrict sharing of homegrown marijuana, and impose new licensing limits on dispensaries.

OMA is currently reviewing the impacts the bill will have on employer protections. Reports on employer impacts will be covered at the April 2nd Safety and Workers’ Compensation Committee Meeting. 1/29/2024