Illinois legalized recreational marijuana in 2019, becoming the first state to do so by act of the legislature and not a popular vote.
While there are giant pieces of criminal justice and social equity reforms attached to the measure — including giving a second chance to thousands of people convicted of marijuana possession — at its most basic level, the bill allows Illinois residents over 21 to buy cannabis from licensed dispensaries.
The measure allows Illinoisans over 21 years old to possess 30 grams, or just over an ounce, of cannabis flower, and 5 grams, or less than a quarter-ounce, of cannabis concentrates such as hash oil. Additionally, Illinoisans can carry up to a half-gram of edible pot-infused products.