HB 26-12: The Taxing Cannabis Act of 2020 (Failed)

[Rep Jessica]

Mr. Speaker,

I remain in favor of the legalization of marijuana, but we all know that regressive taxes like these hurt the working class. I cannot support such an exorbitant tax.

I yield my time. 

It's a 5% tax on recreational marijuana...there's nothing exorbitant about that. A federal tax will serve to keep business owners away from any shadier dealings.

It's 15%, my amendment failed.

[SevenEleven]

Mr. Speaker,

I remain in favor of the legalization of marijuana, but we all know that regressive taxes like these hurt the working class. I cannot support such an exorbitant tax.

I yield my time. 

It's a 5% tax on recreational marijuana...there's nothing exorbitant about that. A federal tax will serve to keep business owners away from any shadier dealings.

It's 15%, my amendment failed.

Either way, whether it's $105 or $115, that's a rather miniscule amount in the grand scheme of things.

[Joseph Cao]

Since nobody has made a motio… well, never mind then. I motion for a final vote.

Representatives have 24 hours to object.

[Joseph Cao]

A final vote is now open on this bill for 72 hours.

Representatives, please vote Aye, Nay, or Abstain.

[Left Wing]

Aye

[Rep Jessica]

 Nay

[Senator-elect Spark]

Nay

[Adam Griffin]

Aye

[Tamika Jackson]

Nay - How is this Constitutional when it solely taxes within a specific state?

[Joseph Cao]

Nay.

[Joseph Cao]

Vote closed.

By a margin of 2-4-0-3, this bill has failed.

[The world will shine with light in our nightmare]

I thank the members of the House for making the right call.