David speaks on Rachel Payne’s motion calling for a plebiscite on cannabis legalisation, arguing an overwhelming majority of Victorians support removing criminal penalties for personal cannabis use, yet governments continue to avoid meaningful reform.
David extends an invitation to Premier Ben Carroll to work together on cannabis decriminalisation in Victoria.
David introduces a bill to hold a statewide plebiscite asking Victorians whether they support legalising personal adult cannabis use under the model proposed in the 2023 Cannabis Regulation Bill.
David marks the anniversary of US President Richard Nixon declaring the worldwide war on drugs, arguably one of the worst public policy decisions of all time.
David calls for Victoria Police’s cannabis cautioning policy to be formalised in legislation to curb arrests for minor possession.
David introduces a new bill to protect Victorians from medical discrimination and ensure fair treatment for those using prescribed medication or medical care.
David talks about his viral speech calling out Victoria’s refusal to legalise, tax and regulate cannabis and the waste of funds on outdated drug laws.
Our Equal Opportunity Amendment protects patients using prescribed medication, including medicinal cannabis, from discrimination.
David criticises the delayed timeline of Victoria’s medicinal cannabis driving trial, with the government breaking its promise and leaving patients without impairment‑testing reform.
David urges cannabis decriminalisation to reduce arrests, cut justice costs, and boost health outcomes. In this powerful speech, he asks: What does Labor stand for?
