Texas Approves 5 Local Decriminalization Ballot Measures
by Amy Wilding-Fox
Voters in Denton, Elgin, Harker Heights, Killeen, and San Marcos all had the cannabis measures on their ballots. This follows a trend of local cannabis policy changes that have been enacted in Texas, where statewide citizen initiatives are not currently permitted, as Texas is not a “home rule” state. In May of 2022, Austin passed the first local decriminalization initiative, and Ground Game Texas, who is spearheading these petitions, is planning to repeat the victories in more cities. Their next target is San Antonio, with hopes to win there in May 2023.
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