On Wednesday, January 17th at 2:45pm, HB1633 – a bill to legalize recreational marijuana – will be heard in the House Commerce and Consumer Affairs Committee, LOB Room 302-304. This is one of a few legalization bills being heard this year.
States who legalize recreational marijuana experience increased addiction, increased teen drug use, and increased social service needs. Legalization in New Hampshire would turn back the clock on decades of hard work helping vulnerable populations, to include our youth, overcome substance misuse problems and addiction.
Here are three ways you can advocate for NH’s youth and vulnerable populations:
1. Register your opposition to HB1633 on the NH General Court website.
https://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/remotetestimony/default.aspx
2. Write to the members of the House Consumer Affairs and Commerce Committee.
Find their emails here: Committee Contacts
3. Consider attending the committee hearing and sign up to speak. ALL voices are welcome, and as a member of the public, this is your time to speak up. Whether you are a first responder, a medical professional, an educator, a mental health specialist, a student, or a parent – your voice matters.
Thank you for speaking up – it will make a difference!
