A states’ rights issue?

(Syndicated to Kansas newspapers Feb. 4, 2013)

Martin HawverA states’ rights issue?

Maybe us old-timers who hang around the Statehouse are remembering our youth—back when 8-track tape players were cutting-edge and there was nothing in the clouds except rain—that this medical marijuana bill in the House is such fascinating reading.

There are lots of important bills in the Legislature, but for those of you who remember the Mamas & Papas, the Kansas House Committee on Vision 2020’s Cannabis Compassion and Care Act brings back memories.