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June 1, 2007

Medical marijuana legislation heads to governor

PROVIDENCE -- A bill that would make the state's medical marijuana program permanent is expected to have enough support to sustain a veto from the governor.

The Senate on Wednesday passed the legislation by a 29-to-five vote. The House approved an identical bill last week by a 51-to-12 margin.

Gov. Carcieri has threatened to veto the legislation.

Currently, patients with debilitating illnesses are permitted to possess up to 12 marijuana plants or up to two-point-five ounces of the drug. Supporters say marijuana can ease the pain associated with terminal illnesses.

The bill passed by the General Assembly also removes a sunset provision that would cause the program to expire on June 30th.

-- The Associated Press

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