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Nina Zdinjak

SD Gov. Noem Says Cannabis Legalization Can Move Forward If Approved, Change Of Heart Or Election Posturing?

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem (R) who has opposed adult-use marijuana legalization for a while now, now says she'd allow the implementation of the law.

During a recent meeting with around 20 constituents in Rapid City, Noem explained why she challenged the 2020 ballot measure, which advocates criticized for overturning the will of the people as 54% of voters backed it. The governor talked about what would happen if she gets reelected and initiates Measure 27 if it is approved next week in the elections. The bill would legalize recreational marijuana for adults over 21.

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