Texas lawmakers debate marijuana decriminalization and legalization.
The Texas House of Representatives passed House Bill 218, which would reduce the penalty for possession of up to one ounce of marijuana or cannabis concentrate to a Class C misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of up to $500 but not subject to arrest. The bill now heads to the Texas Senate for review. State Rep. Joe Moody, an author of the bill, said it changes the way laws are enforced around personal use and possession of cannabis.
