Cannabis in Maine
[4] Opponents of the measure conceded their effort on December 17, after the recount showed no change in the outcome and that the legalization of cannabis in Maine would go forward.
[9] On May 1, 2009, Maine decriminalized marijuana when Governor John Baldacci signed legislation (LD 250) which made possession of 2+1⁄2 ounces (71 g) or less a civil infraction.
[10] On November 5, 2013, voters in Portland passed Question 1 by 67% which legalized the possession of 2+1⁄2 ounces (71 g) within the city's limits.
[14][15] Retail sales were set to begin in February 2018, in order to allow agencies to form regulations for the new industry.
[16] In November 2017, Governor LePage vetoed a bill to tax and regulate recreational cannabis sales, citing conflicts with federal law.
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For
55%–57.49%
52.5%–54.99%
50%–52.49%
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Against
52.51%–50.01%
55%–52.51%
60%–57.51%
65%–62.51%
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