Marijuana Moment: Politicians And Government Agencies Mark 4/20 As Marijuana Legalization Movement Expands

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Lawmakers and government bodies across the U.S. are again noting—and in some cases openly celebrating—the unofficial marijuana holiday 4/20, with numerous posts touting past reform accomplishments and pledges to continue working to advance the issue.

While Thursday is a time of celebration within the cannabis community, politicians have increasingly used it as a platform to advocate for more reform. That’s no different this year, and top congressional lawmakers are even speaking about the issue at a first-of-its-kind event inside the Capitol Building on the holiday.

Officials at various stages of government are playing into the culture. The list of lawmakers and agencies that use 4/20 to talk about marijuana policy has expanded year-over-year, underscoring how the legalization movement has helped shift marijuana from a controversial taboo to an accepted societal norm.

Here’s what politicians, office-seekers and federal agencies are saying on 4/20 this year:

Federal agencies

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#420 pic.twitter.com/5TRKaLTvwm

— FDA Drug Information (@FDA_Drug_Info) April 20, 2023

Today’s 4/20! So, here are a few rather sticky #TBT finds. Weed like to remind everyone that your high heals remain illegal under federal law except for products that contain no more than 0.3% THC. Blunter info can be found here: https://t.co/mpDMAVe7lq #ProhibitedItemsWeek pic.twitter.com/wQaHLMRRcH

— TSA (@TSA) April 20, 2023

Before you light up to celebrate #420day, know the risks. Cannabis use has been linked to mental illness. To learn more about the dangers associated with cannabis use, visit https://t.co/soW9ErUIr1

— @DEALouisville (@dealouisville) April 20, 2023

Members of Congress and national political parties

It’s 4/20! And that means we’ve got #hemp on our mind. Industrial hemp is a cannabis plant that has a tiny bit of THC in it—so low that it’s better for industrial purposes than for smoking. Hemp can be used to produce rope, textiles, biofuel, and even car parts! Whoa, dude. pic.twitter.com/vlHCtA1Awt

— House Agriculture Committee Democrats (@HouseAgDems) April 20, 2023

https://twitter.com/GOP/status/1649073962490396673

Happy 420 to all who continue to fight unjust laws, and the majority of Americans they represent.

— Ron Wyden (@RonWyden) April 20, 2023

The prohibition of marijuana has cost taxpayers billions of dollars and has resulted in the unnecessary criminalization of millions of Americans, particularly people of color. It’s time to decriminalize marijuana at the federal level.

— Tim Kaine (@timkaine) April 20, 2023

Happy 4/20 to all who celebrate! 
To mark the occasion we need to legalize marijuana AND make the industry more accessible to those who have been unjustly criminalized at its hands so that Black and brown communities aren’t being incarcerated while others are making millions

— Congressman Jamaal Bowman (@RepBowman) April 20, 2023

Today is a great day to remember that @potus issued an executive order pardoning non-violent cannabis-related offenses (& that the Senate should pass the #MOREAct to federally decriminalize cannabis) so the communities affected by the failed war on drugs can begin to rebuild! pic.twitter.com/fh9LoDtoUo

— Sara Jacobs (@SaraJacobsCA) April 20, 2023

State and local agencies

Cannabis is legal in NYS, but only for people 21 and older. It can have lasting effects on younger people, including diminished cognitive development, athletic performance and more. If you celebrate 4/20, do so responsibly. #StartlowGoslow #Cannabisawareness pic.twitter.com/1sN51x80TE

— NYS OASAS (@NYSOASAS) April 20, 2023

The safety of Coloradans is always a top priority. In preparation for 4/20, our Marijuana Enforcement Division has compiled a handy guide with reminders and tips to help businesses and customers stay safe and compliant with Colorado law. https://t.co/V8JDLI0E0w pic.twitter.com/UIpwHSknmC

— CO Dept. of Revenue (@CO_Revenue) April 20, 2023

Happy Holidaze, New York!

From,
The OCM team
.
.#NYcannabis #420day

— NYS Office of Cannabis Management (@nys_cannabis) April 20, 2023

State and local elected officials and political parties

Happy 420 day everyone! pic.twitter.com/4OvkgloCsn

— L. Louise Lucas (@SenLouiseLucas) April 20, 2023

It’s 4/20! Here’s a reminder that:
Marijuana should be legalized.
Republicans refuse to legalize it despite 64% of Wisconsinites wanting legal weed.

— Wisconsin Democrats (@WisDems) April 20, 2023

Let’s be blunt. IN is surrounded by states reaping the benefits of legal marijuana.

We forced a vote to legalize it & bring in more tax $ & benefits for chronically ill Hoosiers.

When House Republicans say “no,” House Dems say “Yes, we cannabis.”https://t.co/Ehw1HjB9vG pic.twitter.com/MP0bPZO5WQ

— Indiana House Democrats (@inhsedems) April 20, 2023

Take it from Rep. @SummersH99: it’s high time we legalize cannabis in Indiana.https://t.co/iPyJKWikgi pic.twitter.com/8x3Xhy5xPs

— Indiana House Democrats (@inhsedems) April 20, 2023

Two of the states that haven’t legalized cannabis yet are Delaware and Minnesota – but Democratic legislators in those states are working to do exactly that right now. https://t.co/oH7Eqx3fLP

— Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee (@DLCC) April 20, 2023

There are only 10 states where cannabis hasn’t been legalized or decriminalized – and all of them are run by Republican legislatures. And of the 19 states that still permit jail time for possession of small amounts of cannabis, 18 of them have GOP legislatures.

— Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee (@DLCC) April 20, 2023

Don’t forget, this week is a Medical Cannabis sales tax holiday thanks to my and @CMMcDuffie’s Medical Cannabis Amendment Act of 2022….

…not that today has any significance, but just ICYMI.

Read the details of the law here: https://t.co/8rO0zP7wDM

— Phil Mendelson (@ChmnMendelson) April 20, 2023

Brands and advocacy organizations are also getting in on the celebration again this year, promoting various campaigns and products to mark the day.

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