Please pass H.B. 114 decriminalizing marijuana in West Virginia. Why? Marijuana and medical marijuana are being decriminalized and legalized across America. West Virginia is the fourth largest producer of marijuana. This fact shows a huge amount of untaxed income and demand.

There are 1.86 million people in West Virginia. Compiling current marijuana usage statistics put it between 11% and 25%. Using a low 14% marijuana usage rate equals 260,400 users in West Virginia. Multiplying that number with a $500 Pot Tax Stamp and West Virginia could generate a previously untaxed revenue of $130 million.

That's money for the huge, gaping hole in West Virginia's budget. Do the right thing and pass H.B. 114.