Ohio Senate Passes Bill to Crack Down on Secondhand Marijuana Smoke
The Ohio Senate has approved a new bill aimed at addressing concerns about secondhand marijuana smoke in the state. The legislation, which is part of a broader overhaul of Ohio’s recreational marijuana law, seeks to establish stricter regulations on the use of marijuana in public places.
Under the proposed law, individuals would be prohibited from smoking marijuana in public areas, including parks, sidewalks, and other public spaces. Additionally, the bill would require marijuana establishments to take steps to minimize the impact of secondhand smoke on neighboring businesses and residents.
The move comes in response to growing concerns about the effects of secondhand marijuana smoke on public health. While marijuana use is legal in Ohio for adults 21 and older, there is ongoing debate about the potential risks associated with exposure to secondhand smoke.
The bill is now headed to the Ohio House of Representatives for further consideration. If approved, it would mark a significant shift in the state’s approach to regulating recreational marijuana use.
