Iowa GOP Rejects Cannabis Legalization Despite Public Support

13 January 2025

Iowa GOP leaders oppose legalizing recreational cannabis despite fiscal challenges from tax cuts and rising expenses, with critics predicting legalization may eventually be considered as a revenue solution to offset a projected $1 billion shortfall. Medical cannabis, however, remains a relatively non-controversial issue, enjoying bipartisan support for its expansion due to its proven benefits for patients dealing with conditions such as epilepsy and PTSD.

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