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The Push to Legalize Cannabis in Pennsylvania

Season 2024 Episode 25 | 3m 19s

As Governor Shapiro pushes to legalize adult-use cannabis by July 2025, experts and lawmakers weigh in on public health concerns, regulatory gaps, and the billions in potential revenue. Scientists at Wilkes University highlight safety risks in unregulated markets while politicians debate whether the votes are there to make legalization a reality.

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