Saxon state parliament discusses legalization of cannabis again

The Saxon state parliament wants to discuss the legalization of cannabis once again on Thursday (from 10.00). The topic is controversial, even within the Saxon coalition of CDU, Greens and SPD. The CDU/CSU is strictly against it and makes this clear in the title of the debate it has requested. The motto of the debate is "No to the release of cannabis - to protect our children and maintain public order".

According to the law passed by the Bundestag, possession and cultivation of the drug in limited quantities should be legal from April 1. In principle, possession of up to 25 grams of cannabis for personal consumption will be permitted. Three live cannabis plants will be legal in the home and up to 50 grams of cannabis for personal use.

The AfD wants to debate democracy and freedom in the current hour, while the Left Party wants to talk about the concerns and needs of single parents. Afterwards, Minister President Michael Kretschmer (CDU) will answer questions from MPs during the questioning of the state government. Other topics include the broadcasting fee, several legislative proposals and an evaluation of the actions of the government and authorities during the coronavirus pandemic.