What is the status of recreational marijuana in the United States? See also: Background As of September 2024, 24 states and Washington, D.C., had legalized the possession and personal use of marijuana for recreational purposes.[5][6][7][8] In 13 states and D.C., the ballot initiative process was used to legalize marijuana. In two states, the legislature referred a measure to the ballot for voter approval. In nine states, bills to legalize marijuana were enacted into law. Florida is…
