legalized marijuana

The legalization of recreational marijuana has been a long time coming, especially for those who were previously punished after being caught with it.

With the state legalizing marijuana, employers will have to consider changes to drug policies, though the law still does not allow use of the drug on the clock.

The bill, which has been adjusted to avoid a veto from the governor, will now go back to the Senate for final legislative approval.

Lawmakers announced a deal about how to allow those age 21 and over to buy recreational cannabis starting in 2022. And on Monday state senators weighed in on the nearly 300 page bill.

The Connecticut Senate is expected to take action on a bill that will allow adults over 21 to start purchasing cannabis in Connecticut starting in 2022. But several hurdles remain.