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ID SJM101
JM
Status
Introduced
2/11/2013
Primary Sponsor
State Affairs Committee
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AI Summary
- Classifies marijuana as a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act and identifies it as an addictive substance posing risks to public health and safety
- States marijuana use is the number one reason children are admitted to substance abuse treatment facilities and the number two reason for adult admissions
- Asserts that legalizing marijuana threatens all states and citizens, creates costly social problems, and negatively impacts roads, workplaces, classrooms, and emergency rooms
- Calls upon the President of the United States, the Director of the Department of Justice, and Congress to take appropriate action to uphold federal drug-free policy in all states
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to forward copies of the memorial to the President, Department of Justice Director, Congressional leadership, and Idaho's congressional delegation
Legislative Description
Stating findings of the Legislature and calling upon the President, the Department of Justice and Congress to uphold federal drug-free policy in all states.
MARIJUANA
Last Action
Filed in Office of the Secretary of Senate
2/25/2013
Committee Referrals
State Affairs2/12/2013
Judiciary and Rules2/11/2013
Full Bill Text
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