The state Senate passed a bill on Tuesday that would reinstate penalties for using, possessing and selling K2 and other synthetic cannabinoids.
The “aye” vote tally in the 38-member body was 37, with one senator excused for unknown reasons.
Bill reinstates K2 penalties Tuesday
The legislation was created to reimpose penalties for the drugs after they accidentally were stricken in December. Former Gov. Jennifer Granholm notified legislators of the mishap, which was contained in a bill allowing parole hearings for inmates serving time for drug-related offenses.
The bill also would criminalize possession, sale and use of a product marketed as bath salts becoming popular as a recreational drug.
The bill has been referred to the House Judiciary Committee. The measure will go to Gov. Rick Snyder if the full House approves the bill without changes.
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