PIERRE, S.D. – The governor has sent a letter to state lawmakers Friday, proposing three changes to Initiated Measure 26 (IM 26) to fix problems with the measure as drafted.
In her letter, the governor says “my administration is preparing to implement IM 26 when it takes effect on July 1. As we prepare to do that, there are three legislative changes that I would ask you to consider.”
Her proposed changes are; setting a maximum of three marijuana plants in a user’s home, for personal medicinal use; Prohibiting smoking or vaping for those under age 21; and Clarifying the Department of Health’s “seed to sale” rulemaking authority.
Lawmakers return to Pierre Monday for the final day of the 2021 session and its likely legislators will discuss I.M. 26 and the governor’s proposals.
