Colombian Senate Approves Marijuana Legalization Bill.

The Colombian Senate has approved a bill to legalize marijuana in the country, bringing it one step closer to ending prohibition. The bill must now go through a final Senate floor vote on June 16 before being sent to the president. Advocates are concerned that unrelated governmental controversies could derail the effort this year as deadlines for action quickly approach. President Gustavo Petro has discussed the possible benefits of cannabis legalization, including reducing the influence of the illicit market and exploring the economic potential of a legal cannabis industry.