Illinois: Will State Legalize Recreational Marijuana? Lawmakers Argue as Deadline Looms

The effort to legalize recreational marijuana use in Illinois has slowed down considerably as both Republican and Democrat lawmakers believe they may not have legislation drafted by a May 31st deadline. “It’s more than just saying it’s a legal boom. There’s a lot to it,” said State Rep. Maurice West (D-Rockford). Lawmakers in Springfield are still trying to figure out what to do about legalizing the drug.