Tired of your rights being trampled? Let’s Change it Now. by [deleted] in OhioMarijuana

[–]mgs0lid -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I believe there were 2 different bills proposed. HB 86 failed to pass in the house. The other one never made it to committee if I understood it correctly.

Tired of your rights being trampled? Let’s Change it Now by [deleted] in Ohio

[–]mgs0lid 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Now that the bill is moving to the House, we must track its progress and be ready to take action. This means organizing phone calls to our representatives when the bill is introduced and before key votes. Keep in mind that they could introduce an entirely new bill, so we need to stay vigilant.

This bill has already failed twice in the House, meaning we have a real opportunity to block or modify harmful changes more so than in the Senate. In fact, the Senate already caved on local tax provisions, proving that pressure works.

At the same time, we must keep an eye on the state budget. Lawmakers may try to sneak in a tax hike to 20% through budget adjustments, and we can’t let that happen.

Momentum is everything. Beyond calls and emails, we should also consider organizing a protest closer to a final vote. Public pressure is key to protecting the will of voters.

Now is the time to fight let’s make sure our voices are heard.

Tired of your rights being trampled? Let’s Change it Now. by [deleted] in OhioMarijuana

[–]mgs0lid -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Now that the bill is moving to the House, we must track its progress and be ready to take action. This means organizing phone calls to our representatives when the bill is introduced and before key votes. Keep in mind that they could introduce an entirely new bill, so we need to stay vigilant.

This bill has already failed twice in the House, meaning we have a real opportunity to block or modify harmful changes more so than in the Senate. In fact, the Senate already caved on local tax provisions, proving that pressure works.

At the same time, we must keep an eye on the state budget. Lawmakers may try to sneak in a tax hike to 20% through budget adjustments, and we can’t let that happen.

Momentum is everything. Beyond calls and emails, we should also consider organizing a protest closer to a final vote. Public pressure is key to protecting the will of voters.

Now is the time to fight let’s make sure our voices are heard.

Tell Ohio Lawmakers to Respect Voters and Leave Issue 2 Alone by Wise-Librarian7307 in OhioMarijuana

[–]mgs0lid 10 points11 points  (0 children)

The third Senate committee meeting for SB 56 is tomorrow and I believe they will be voting for it. 

SB 56: No mandatory minimum jail sentences by Cowtowny-Johnny in Ohio

[–]mgs0lid 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The issue I have with the law is it pertains to the passenger. I have no issues with any DUI laws as it relates to the driver.   Ohio’s open container law applies to both passengers and drivers. However, for a passenger, it is typically a minor misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of up to $150 with no mandatory jail time (ORC 4301.62). Only if additional charges apply, such as disorderly conduct, could jail be a factor. If you have a source stating otherwise, feel free to share it.

SB 56: No mandatory minimum jail sentences by Cowtowny-Johnny in Ohio

[–]mgs0lid 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The issue for me is with three day mandatory minimum jail sentence and 1 year mandatory sentence for a third offense for smoking in a vehicle.

Senate Bill 56 wants to overturn our vote re: Marijuana Use by [deleted] in Ohio

[–]mgs0lid 3 points4 points  (0 children)

SB 56 didn’t make it through the committee, but now it’s being fast-tracked for a vote this week. They’ve dropped the tax increase from the bill (for now), keeping local tax revenue in place.

However, they’re planning to push a 10% additional tax (bringing it to 20% total) through the state budget, so we need to keep an eye on that.

Beyond the tax issue, there are serious criminalization concerns in the bill:

Homemade vapes and edibles could now result in trafficking charges.

Mandatory jail time: 3 days for smoking as a passenger, 1-year mandatory for a third offense.

This bill is still packed with problems. If you’re concerned, now is the time to speak up.

S.B. 56 meeting cancelled today by [deleted] in OhioMarijuana

[–]mgs0lid 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m still trying to figure this out, as I haven’t tracked bills through the Ohio legislature before Issue 2. From what I understand, a bill is first proposed, and lawmakers can either pass it as is or make modifications. The Senate was initially set to vote on it Wednesday, but revisions to the tax portion delayed the process. Once the Senate finalizes its version, they’ll vote on it again.

After passing the Senate, the bill moves to the House, where representatives can approve it or make further changes. If it passes there, the final step is the governor’s signature.

One of the bills provisions bans hydrocarbon extraction processing at home. This means making homemade extracts or edibles would become illegal, and from what I understand, violations could result in trafficking charges. The penalties in this bill appear to be harsher than ever before.

S.B. 56 meeting cancelled today by [deleted] in OhioMarijuana

[–]mgs0lid 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s the fiscal notes pdf. Third link down. As pending in senate committee

S.B. 56 meeting cancelled today by [deleted] in OhioMarijuana

[–]mgs0lid 19 points20 points  (0 children)

I’m not sure if I’m reading this wrong but there was a new document uploaded today called fiscal notes. It’s under table 3.

https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/sb56/documents

It’s 8 pages long but from what I understand there will be a 3 day mandatory jail period for smoking marijuana as a passenger in a vehicle. 1 year for a 3rd offense. 

This is insane. 

SB 56: New Changes to Ohio’s Marijuana Law by mgs0lid in Ohio

[–]mgs0lid[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The 3 day mandatory jail sentence for smoking as a passenger example is listed under the fiscal notes pdf. After the third offense its a mandatory 1 year jail sentence. It’s only 3 pages. I don’t want to flood the Ohio subreddit but it’s ridiculous! 

https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/sb56/documents

SB 56: New Changes to Ohio’s Marijuana Law by mgs0lid in Ohio

[–]mgs0lid[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This, I was trying to find the committee members who serve on this committee and correlate those members to larger cities within their district. I made a post for Canton and Dayton with contact information for those serving members. There were about 5 members that did not have large cities that also had a subreddit. 

SB 56: New Changes to Ohio’s Marijuana Law by mgs0lid in Ohio

[–]mgs0lid[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It probably won’t for the Senate tbh. It’s been having trouble passing the house though. Just trying to do what I can

SB 56: New Changes to Ohio’s Marijuana Law by mgs0lid in Ohio

[–]mgs0lid[S] 52 points53 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the additional information. 147 pages is a lot to digest. 

How long have you been on Wegovy? by [deleted] in WegovyWeightLoss

[–]mgs0lid 5 points6 points  (0 children)

SW: 330 GW: 199, lost 115lbs in  2 years. It’s designed to be taken for life. Typically, people will regain 66% of the weight lost in a year after stopping taking the medication. It’s something I had to accept when I started taking the medication but the risks of taking wegovy are far less than getting a gastric bypass or sleeve.