Amending Constitution to allow for possession, manufacture and sale of cannabis
HJR 37 proposes a constitutional amendment to legalize cannabis for adults 21 and older in West Virginia. It would allow possession of up to two ounces of cannabis or four plants per person, permit the legislature to regulate sales and manufacturing, and require courts to dismiss or expunge prior convictions for small-quantity possession. This amendment requires voter approval at the 2026 general election to take effect. If approved, it would directly affect adults 21+ and individuals with past cannabis possession convictions. The bill does not establish specific regulations but authorizes the legislature to create them.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 5, 2026
Last action Feb 5, 2026
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Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
4
Key actions
0
Committee
2
Feb 5, 2026
Committee
To House Judiciary
lower
Feb 5, 2026
Introduced
Introduced in House
lower
Feb 5, 2026
Committee
To Judiciary then Rules
lower
1 primary · 3 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Sean Hornbuckle
DDemocratic
Co
Evan Hansen
DDemocratic
Co
Hollis Lewis
DDemocratic
Co
Rick Garcia
DDemocratic
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