The Latest Move
Right now, a group called Ohioans for Cannabis Choice just dropped a revised petition on January 20, 2026. This comes after the first version got shot down by the attorney general. They fixed the language, added over a thousand voter signatures, and sent it right back in. The whole point? Put a referendum on the November ballot to stop Senate Bill 56 from going into effect.
What Voters Actually Wanted
Let’s rewind a bit. In late 2023, Ohio voters said yes to Issue 2 by a solid margin. Recreational cannabis became legal for adults. A regulated market was supposed to open up. People celebrated a big win for personal freedom and common sense…