420 and Beyond Whats the Deal with Weed in PA? [Video]

The coming 420 holiday is yet another reminder: Pennsylvania is super behind when it comes to legalizing recreational marijuana. Most of our neighbors — New Jersey, New York, Delaware, Maryland, Ohio, everyone except West Virginia — have done so. What’s more, nearly two-thirds of registered voters in PA — 63 percent — are pro legalization.

Governor Shapiro supports it. So do most Democrats — especially local legislators — and even some vocal Republicans in Harrisburg. What’s the current status? We catch you up below, offer ways you can weigh in, share info about qualifying for a medical marijuana card (it’s easier than you think), and lay out how to observe 420, 2024, in Philadelphia.

Fun things to do on 420, 2024

This year, 4/20 falls not only on a Saturday — but also in a year where access to marijuana, medical or not, continues to expand. If weed’s your thing, here are things to do in Philly …