Could Idaho Voters Lose Their Say on Cannabis Legalization?
Could Idaho Voters Lose Their Say on Cannabis Legalization?
5 Mar, 2025 – Idaho lawmakers have advanced House Joint Resolution 4, a proposal that would remove voters' ability to legalize marijuana via ballot initiatives. If approved by the Senate and a majority of voters in 2026, only the Idaho Legislature would have the authority to regulate marijuana and other psychoactive substances. The move has sparked controversy, as polls show strong public support for medical cannabis legalization.
House Bill 7 Signed: Idaho Increases Marijuana Possession Penalties
25 Feb 2025 – Idaho Governor Brad Little has signed House Bill 7, setting a mandatory minimum $300 fine for first-time marijuana possession and maintaining felony penalties for larger amounts. The law is effective as of July 1, 2025.
Idaho’s House Bill 7: A New Crackdown on Cannabis Possession
10 Feb, 2025 – Idaho’s Senate is set to vote on House Bill 7, which would establish a $300 minimum fine for marijuana possession.
Idaho Lawmakers Advance $300 Marijuana Possession Fine Bill
18 January 2025 - Idaho’s HB 7, proposing a $300 minimum fine for misdemeanor marijuana possession, advanced to the House floor after a heated committee debate. The bill has sparked controversy over judicial discretion and impacts on vulnerable populations.
Idaho Moves Toward Marijuana Reform with 2026 Ballot Proposal
11 November 2024 - Idaho activists from Kind Idaho have filed a ballot measure to decriminalize marijuana for personal use by adults aged 21 and older, targeting the 2026 election. The initiative excludes commercial sales and focuses on reducing arrests and legal risks.
Idaho Senate Rejects Bill to Ban Advertising Illegal Products
13 March, 2024 - Idaho Senate rejects House Bill 613, a proposed law to ban advertisements for products illegal under federal or local laws, including marijuana. Concerns over constitutionality and scope swayed the vote.
Idaho’s New Cannabis Bill: What House Bill 606 Means for Residents
20 February 2024 - Idaho Representative Bruce Skaug has introduced House Bill 606, proposing a mandatory minimum fine of $420 for marijuana possession under three ounces. This move reinforces Idaho’s firm stance against legalization, sparking debate over economic and medical implications.