Medical marijuana proposal gains momentum in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Supporters of legalizing medical marijuana in Kentucky have achieved a breakthrough. Their bill cleared a Senate committee after years of running into a roadblock. And they had support from a member of state Republican leadership. Medical cannabis supporters applauded when Senate Majority Floor Leader Damon Thayer voted for the bill, after years of opposing marijuana-related legislation. The measure cleared committee on an 8-3 vote Tuesday. It heads to the full Senate, where legalization bills died in past years. If it passes the Senate, the bill would need House approval in the final few days of this year’s 30-day legislative session.