(Indianapolis, IN) - Marijuana for medical and recreational use by adults would become legal in Indiana if the democratic candidate for governor has it her way.

 

Jennifer McCormick today unveiled her “Common Sense Cannabis Legislation Plan.”

 

It calls for immediate legalization of medical marijuana and developing a path leading to recreational marijuana becoming legal.

 

“Hoosiers have made it clear.  They support adult-use cannabis and are frustrated by Indiana’s outdated prohibition laws,” she said.

 

Her plan would also include establishing regulations, licensing requirements and safety standards for what she envisioned as a full-fledged marijuana industry.

 

McCormick, the former Indiana Superintendent of Public Instruction, estimated making marijuana legal could generate more than $172 million in tax revenue a year for the state.

 

"Indiana is an island of prohibition surrounded by states with legal cannabis industries. By taking a responsible, phased approach, we can ensure that our state is prepared for full adult-use legalization while immediately providing relief through medical marijuana," she said.

 

If elected, she could face long odds because of the republican super majority in the house and senate.