DOVER, Del. - An attempt to override Democratic Gov. John Carney’s veto of a bill legalizing possession of up to one ounce of marijuana by adults for recreational use has failed in the state House. PREVIOUS: Delaware Gov.
John Carney vetoes marijuana legalization bill Tuesday's vote likely spells the end of efforts this year to establish a state-run marijuana industry in Delaware.
Members of the Democrat-controlled chamber split 20-20 on the veto override, with Majority Leader Valerie Longhurst not voting. RELATED HEADLINES A three-fifths majority was required to override Carney’s veto.
Legalization would be a prerequisite for establishing a state-licensed and regulated marijuana industry. A proposal to do that has failed in the House twice this year..