A Republican lawmaker in New York who has a record of voting against
medical marijuana legalization has been arrested and charged with
possession of marijuana.

State police said that a suspicious odor was noticed in Assemblyman
Steve Katz’s vehicle when they pulled him over for driving around 80 mph
in a 75 mph zone at around 10 a.m. Thursday morning.

“After noting the odor of marijuana, a New York State Trooper found Katz
in possession of a small bag of marijuana,” a statement from state
police said, according to the Times Union.

Katz was given an appearance ticket for having less than 25 grams and is
scheduled to appear in Coeymans Town Court on March 8. He also faces
charges for speeding.

Last year, the assemblyman voted against a bill that would have
legalized medical marijuana in New York.

Katz’ office said that he was expected to release a statement later on
Friday.

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