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# [Delaware Gov. John Carney vetoes popular marijuana legalization bill](https://420intel.com/blog/delaware-gov-john-carney-vetoes-popular-marijuana-legalization-bill)

 Written by [Admin](https://420intel.com/blog/author/admin) | May 25, 2022 4:00:00 AM

He said he was going to do it, and on Tuesday, Delaware Gov. John Carney vetoed a bill to legalize recreational marijuana in the state. His decision disappointed many, including those in the Democrats own party.

To legalize marijuana or not? Its a decision thats creating a lot of buzz in Delaware.

For being the first state, I feel like were always the last in everything, Delaware resident Caitlyn Scully said.

On Tuesday, Gov. John Carney vetoed a bill that would legalize recreational marijuana for up to one ounce for adults.

Very surprised. Very, very, Delaware resident Liam Dinan said.

I dont know what to say for a Democratic governor to do that is just, Im speechless.

In a statement, the governor acknowledged the medical benefits but said ultimately questions about the long-term health and economic impacts as well as serious law enforcement concerns remain unresolved.

Its a harmless little vice and doesnt cause many tragedies, its not addictive, it could probably do a lot for the economy, Stephen Wilkerson, whos lived in Delaware for 22 years, said.

I think we missed a good opportunity.

Im disappointed. I think the states that are around us are passing it and were missing out on a big opportunity. I think most young adults are engaging at this point, and if its legal, itll keep them out of trouble, Delaware resident Linda Cornely said.

I have mixed feelings because we havent put in place yet the ability to track it so you have someone thats high and is driving and we dont have a blood test like how we do for alcohol.

Supporters of the legislation point to a Civiqs poll saying 72% of Delaware voters are in favor of it.

People are tired of the reefer madness, you know the stigma behind it all and how dangerous it really is, Michael Pukatsch said.

The most dangerous thing is that you can be put in jail for a plant.

Pukatsch is with Delaware NORML, a group aimed at reforming marijuana laws. He was disappointed to see grassroots efforts fall short, but he feels there is still hope.

It can be treated like alcohol and I think the importance is educating people on cannabis so they understand and thats a start of getting the laws passed, Pukatsch said.

Its unclear if Democratic lawmakers would override the veto, but the bills sponsor said he would review his options.

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