Before the end of the year, the Illinois House of Representatives could vote on whether to allow medical marijuana for patients who receive a doctor’s note.

The Illinois Senate already approved the legislation last year, and the issue could come before the house in a veto session in December.

In Iowa, no legislation has been proposed, but the issue is being talked about. Earlier this year, the Iowa Board of Pharmacy said the issue should be decided by the legislature.

Although some local politicians have made up their minds, others say they still need more information before making a decision.

Illinois

Rep. Pat Verschoore, D-Milan

With a possible vote just a couple of months away, Verschoore said he’s still undecided on the issue and plans to seek more input. He wants Chris Endress, director of the Quad-City Metropolitan Enforcement Group, who has spoken out against medical marijuana, to speak to his fellow legislators in Springfield.

“I just want to listen to all the facts before I make up my mind,” Verschoore said.