Vote or get off the pot.
The deadline for Michigan lawmakers to act on the petition that allows Michigan residents to vote on the legalization of recreational marijuana is today.
The proposal was initially cleared by the Board of State Canvassers, thus beginning the 40-day clock for Michigan legislature.
If lawmakers do nothing, the proposal will be on the ballot this fall. However, the legislature could adopt the bill and force lawmakers to amend it at a later time.
Those in favor of furthering the conversation of the legalization of recreational marijuana have until 11:59 p.m.