"Germany's Path to Cannabis Legalization: Key Committee Approves Bill, Implementation Timeline in Question"
Germany's Health Committee has approved a bill to legalize marijuana, with a final floor vote expected on Friday, but questions have arisen about the implementation timeline. The bill may face issues related to criminal justice policy implications when it goes to the Bundesrat, potentially leading to a mediation committee referral. Despite this, the legislation has seen progress after being delayed multiple times, with adjustments made to loosen restrictions and stagger the implementation of the reform. The government plans to introduce a complementary measure for commercial sales and emphasize public education about the risks of cannabis use.