Governor Sarah Sanders of Arkansas vetoed a bill that would have allowed for drive-thru windows at medical marijuana dispensaries. The bill, House Bill 1889, barely passed through both legislative chambers with the support of both Republicans and Democrats. The bill would have allowed for bank-style drive-thru windows at dispensaries, reduced the number of employees required for delivery vehicles, and permitted tour guests in dispensaries. However, Sanders vetoed the bill because she believed it would expand access to usable marijuana.
In Arkansas, the governor’s veto power is limited and can be overridden with a simple majority vote in each chamber. Despite this, lawmakers are often reluctant to defy a governor’s wishes, especially when the vote on the bill was close. Sanders’ veto marks the end of normal business in the 2025 regular session, with no plans for the legislature to meet again before the session’s end date.
Sanders explained her decision in a letter to state legislative leaders, stating that the legislation would expand access to usable marijuana, leading to her veto. While the bill could still become law if the veto is overridden, it is uncertain if lawmakers will move forward with this given the governor’s stance.
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