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There is a chance that medical marijuana will come to Maryland this year. Senator David Brinkley (R) said that if he is re-elected this November, he will introduce a bill making marijuana available to patients who need it. Historically these types of bills were not introduced by Republicans, but this is not always the case now, mostly due to the changing social attitude towards the plant. The bill would allow for growing, distribution, and consumption of cannabis for medical purposes, preventing patients from having to rely on the black market.

There are already laws on the books acknowledging that some marijuana use in the state is for medical purposes, however it is still technically a crime. The Baltimore County Democrat points out that this can be confusing to citizens and potentially lead to arrest and a criminal record.

A similar law failed to pass the House last year despite seeing success in the Senate. That legislation was sponsored by Delegate Dan Morhaim, a Democrat.

[source WBAL TV]

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