The bill seeks to legalize the possession of six or fewer marijuana plants for personal use, contingent upon the passage of Assembly Bill No. 21(2R), which aims to legalize personal use of marijuana or cannabis. It amends existing laws concerning controlled dangerous substances, specifically marijuana, stating that possession of six ounces or less of marijuana, six or fewer marijuana plants, or 17 grams or less of hashish will not be classified as a crime or civil violation. Additionally, the bill prohibits the use of marijuana or hashish odor as reasonable suspicion for initiating searches.

Moreover, the bill introduces new definitions and regulations regarding drug paraphernalia, clarifying that items intended for cannabis use are not automatically classified as such, and their use is not punishable, although property owners can regulate their use. The bill also includes reporting requirements for law enforcement on marijuana possession violations to ensure accountability. It updates legal language related to cooperative structures, condominiums, and mobile home parks, and is set to take effect upon the enactment of Assembly Bill No. 21(2R), linking personal marijuana cultivation to broader cannabis reform in the state.