The Cole Memo

In this episode of The Cole Memo, I break down the latest twists in Illinois’ cannabis odorproof container bill—now the furthest it’s ever advanced. We look at the House committee vote, unpack surprising testimony, and examine concerns over racial disparities, DUI enforcement, and so-called “trafficking loopholes.” I also share exclusive info from a source about a potential amendment that could undermine the entire bill’s intent by allowing new stops and searches.

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Links mentioned during show

• The article that I released alongside this episode can be found here:
  • Cannabis Odor Search Ban Advances in Illinois, but a “Compromise” Could Undermine Its Intent
• Illinois Police and Cannabis Operators Oppose the Cannabis Omnibus
• Illinois Supreme Court: Burnt Cannabis Odor Insufficient for Search, Unburnt Odor Decision to Come
• Illinois Supreme Court Upholds Odor-Proof Cannabis Container Law
• Criminal Law Committee in the Illinois Senate Votes to Advance Bill to Ban Vehicle Searches Based on Smell of Cannabis
• Illinois Senate Advances Bill to Curb Cannabis-Based Traffic Stops, House Consideration Up Next
• Episode 97 – Illinois’ Cannabis Per-Se Limit: An Impossible Standard as Interpreted?
• Podcasts with SAM (Smart Approaches to Marijuana)
• (410 ILCS 705/) Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act
• Act Now: Stop Vehicle Searches Based on Cannabis Odor!