I received the following alert out of Illinois. There’s still time to contact your Representative to let them know that you support decriminalization:
The Illinois House of Representatives is expected to vote on decriminalization as early as tomorrow, and this may be your last chance to help ensure the bill will pass. While the measure was supported by a large majority in the Senate, support is weaker in the House, and we need your help!
Please take a moment to ask your representative to vote in support of SB 2228.
This bill would remove the possibility of arrest and jail for the possession of up to 10 grams of marijuana and would lower the fine to between $100 and $200. It would also remove the possibility of a harmful criminal record for possession, which can last a lifetime. Finally, the bill significantly improves to the state’s current DUI law.
Advocates in Illinois have done an incredible job under difficult circumstances in working toward incremental improvement. Now is the time for one final push! SB 2228, sponsored by Rep. Kelly Cassidy in the House, is part of a multi-year effort to help move away from the harsh penalties currently in place, and help bring more consistency to possession laws in Illinois.
If you haven’t done so yet, please make sure your representative hears from you and voice your support for SB 2228. Then, pass this email on to friends, family, and fellow supporters to want a better approach in Illinois.
Sincerely,
Chris Lindsey
Senior Legislative Analyst
Marijuana Policy Project
