Marijuana Decriminalization Reform of 2016
Rationale
Decriminalization reduces unnecessary arrests, racial disparities, and costly enforcement while prioritizing public health and equity.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marijuana Policy |
Legalization (age 21; licensed retail; THC tax; roadside impairment tests)
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Decriminalization (≤10g civil fine; no arrest; record expungement)
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Marijuana PolicyProposer
Party
The Christian Democrats
We are the CDP and we want to hold faith forever
Core pillars
Angelika Keller
Activist · Age 52
A former military officer turned investment banker, Angelika Keller brings both strategic discipline and financial acumen to the political arena, delivering impassioned speeches that rally supporters to the cause.
Timeline
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Draft31 May 2016
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Vote Open31 May 2016
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Vote Closed30 July 2016
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Became Law30 July 2016
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Bundesrat
PassedFor: 43 / 69 seats (62.3%)
Against: 11 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 15
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative Democratic Reform | 6 | Yes | No reason given |
| Civic Coalition | 13 | Yes | No reason given |
| Labour Movement | 7 | No | No reason given |
| Liberal Nationalist Coalition | 4 | No | No reason given |
| Liberal Union | 11 | Yes | No reason given |
| The Christian Democrats Proposer | 9 | Yes | No reason given |
| United Cooperative Parties | 4 | Yes | No reason given |
Bundestag
PassedFor: 463 / 650 seats (71.2%)
Against: 92 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 95
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative Democratic Reform | 58 | Yes | No reason given |
| Civic Coalition | 113 | Yes | No reason given |
| Labour Movement | 49 | No | No reason given |
| Liberal Nationalist Coalition | 43 | No | No reason given |
| Liberal Union | 115 | Yes | No reason given |
| The Christian Democrats Proposer | 158 | Yes | No reason given |
| United Cooperative Parties | 19 | Yes | No reason given |