Marijuana Policy Project Releases Gubernatorial and Senate Voter Guides

The Marijuana Policy Project (MPP) on Tuesday released its 2024 cannabis policy reform voter guide for the governors and U.S. Senate races this November.  

In a statement, Karen O’Keefe, MPP’s director of state policies, said the guide’s goal is “to educate voters on where candidates stand on cannabis policy reform so that they can cast informed votes.”

“With Election Day quickly approaching, voters across the country will soon have an opportunity to cast ballots that will shape prospects for cannabis policy reform for years to come.” — O’Keefe in a press release

There are 11 states that will be choosing their governor this Election Day, while 34 Senate seats are on ballots. The gubernatorial guide includes public statements regarding cannabis and their votes on cannabis-related legislation, if applicable. The Senate guide includes public statements, responses to MPP survey questions and, for incumbents and those who hold other elected offices, how they voted on cannabis-related bills.

A Gallup poll released last November found 70% of Americans back broad cannabis legalization in the U.S. In all 24 states and Washington, D.C. have legalized cannabis for adult use. In November, voters in three states – Florida, North Dakota, and South Dakota – will decide whether to enact the reforms.