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title: Switzerland Moves To Legalize Recreational Cannabis Under Strict Government Control
description: Switzerland moves to legalize recreational cannabis under strict government control, aiming to reduce illicit market activity and protect public health with a non-profit sales model.
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# [Switzerland Moves To Legalize Recreational Cannabis Under Strict Government Control](https://420intel.com/blog/switzerland-moves-to-legalize-recreational-cannabis-under-strict-government-control)

 Written by [Buzz](https://420intel.com/blog/author/buzz) | Feb 17, 2025 11:19:12 AM

Switzerland is advancing toward legalizing recreational cannabis with a strictly regulated framework after the National Council's Social Security and Health Committee (SGK-N) voted in favor of a draft law that would allow controlled access for adults. The proposal, which passed with 14 votes in favor, 9 against and 2 abstentions, seeks to reduce illicit market activity, protect public health and implement a non-profit sales model.

 

[Read more on Benzinga](https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cannabis/25/02/43757049/switzerland-moves-to-legalize-recreational-cannabis-under-strict-government-control)

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