Passing HJR 4 would give Idaho Legislature sole authority to legalize marijuana, other drugs

Idahoans voting in November’s general election will decide whether to give the Idaho Legislature the sole power to regulate marijuana and other drugs — and eliminate their right to bring a citizen-led ballot initiative to do so. Currently, there are two ways in Idaho that marijuana, medical cannabis or other drugs can be legalized and […]

By: Clark Corbin

Outlets: Idaho Capital Sun

Published: October 6, 2026

Words: 932

Last Updated: 1 week, 5 days ago


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Idahoans voting in November’s general election will decide whether to give the Idaho Legislature the sole power to regulate marijuana and other drugs — and eliminate their right to bring a citizen-led ballot initiative to do so.

[Voter Guide: 2026 General Election Voter Guide: Dates to know, how-to instructions and candidate surveys for Idaho’s top contested races.]

Currently, there are two ways in Idaho that marijuana, medical cannabis or other drugs can …

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