New Hampshire’s GOP-led House of Representatives has voted to legalize cannabis, but the measure must survive the likelihood of a veto by Republican Gov. Kelly Ayotte, who is opposed to the move. The House on Thursday approved the legislation,

Pennsylvania considers legalizing recreational cannabis with sales through state-owned dispensaries, akin to its liquor stores. This move faces political hurdles and raises questions about revenue projections and social equity.

Pennsylvania lawmakers are once again discussing the possibility of legalizing marijuana for recreational adult use, which leaves the question of where cannabis should be sold. On Feb. 5, Governor Josh Shapiro once again called on lawmakers to legalize recreational marijuana during his 2025 Budget Address.

After a long, largely successful march over 25 years to liberalize cannabis laws in the United States, the movement had a tough election in 2024. Legalization ballot measures failed in Florida, North Dakota and South Dakota.