Gov. DeWine tells marijuana advocates to stop ‘whining’ about new restrictions amid repeal effort

By: Morgan Trau

Outlets: Ohio Capital Journal

Published: February 10, 2026

Words: 1,188

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

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Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine wants cannabis advocates to stop “whining” after Republicans passed restrictions on marijuana and completely banned “intoxicating” hemp products. Those complaining activists are collecting signatures to put a referendum on the ballot to repeal the new law.

In November of 2023, 57% of Ohioans voted yes on Issue 2: the legalization of recreational cannabis.

But Ohio Senate Bill 56, signed into law in December, makes dramatic changes to marijuana usage and bans …

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