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Paul Gazelka (R - MN)
In line with his previous negative comments about marijuana (see below), Senator Gazelka proclaimed that the MN Senate would not consider marijuana legalization in 2020
Holds office State Senate District 9
Position on Marijuana Legalization
Does not consider legalization a priority and is critical of the potential effects of cannabis. Link
Comments
"Legalizing recreational marijuana is not something I would consider a priority issue. Due to it's linkage to mental health problems, driving accidents, and impaired teen brain development, I don't think it has a chance to pass the Senate this year." 1/28/2019“It’s important to consider the many negative consequences that come with legalizing recreational marijuana." Link
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Contact Paul Gazelka
Email: https://www.senate.mn/members/email-form/1169
Web: http://www.senate.mn/members/member_bio.php?mem_id=1169
Phone: 651-296-4875
Address
95 University Avenue West Minnesota Senate Building, Room 3113
Saint Paul, MN 55155