This would show a great step forward for the state of Indiana and it's representatives. Legalizing this plant would not only save the tax payers and the state a tremendous sum of money with the decriminalization, it would increase the money made in taxes and new employement and business creation. This one bold act of legalization could change the way of life in this state in tremendously positive ways! So many new jobs and rejuvinations of failing farms! Less money spent with arresting, housing and prosecuting marijuana offenders. More people able to opt out of taking harmful prescription drugs to treat pain that can be managed by this natural plant,and that would naturally lead to less abuse of prescription pain killers. This state could be on top of it's budget forever! Think of the improvements that could be made to so many vital establishments! Schools, hospitals, fire and police departments.. The amount of taxes collected by the state of Colorado this far from the legalization and taxation of marijuana and the decrease in illegal activity and auto accidents is all the evidence that should be needed to see this decision should be an easy one. Marijuana is not the "drug" that we were told about. It is a valid, natural plant that has been proven to do a lot of good for a lot of people. It's incredibly safer than alcohol and most definently safer than prescription pain killers and anxiety medications easily available today. The hemp plant is an amazing resource for so many products. This plant alone could lead to a manufacturing boom this country hasn't seen in 100 years! Let's have a serious look at this Indiana. The representatives of this state are speaking for us. Let's let them know what we know. Let's get informed and help inform others. Dear state representatives, Indiana is smart, innovative and forward thinking and we are on board with legalizing this natural plant and making this state the best in the union!