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Ohio Launches Recreational Marijuana Sales

First day of legal recreational cannabis sees strong turnout at dispensaries across the state.

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Customers line up outside Bloom Medicinals, 1361 Georgesville Road in Columbus, Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2024 as the first day of recreational marijuana sales begins in Ohio.
May 15, 2024; Yellow Springs, Ohio, USA; Cresco Labs employees package marijuana in a room beside the indoor grow facility. The company is currently growing its first crop for Ohio's new adult recreational use program.

Overview

  • Ohio dispensaries opened for recreational marijuana sales following last year's legalization vote.
  • Customers can purchase up to one ounce of flower, ten vape units, or ten edible packages per transaction.
  • A 10% excise tax on sales is expected to generate significant revenue for local municipalities and state programs.
  • Medical marijuana dispensaries have expanded to accommodate recreational sales, with more shops to open soon.
  • Officials and residents celebrate the milestone as a progressive step for the state's cannabis industry.