Home grow of cannabis plants
David spoke about the therapeutic benefits of gardening and questioned why growing a small number of cannabis plants for personal use remains a criminal offence in Victoria.
Will Liberals legalise cannabis?
David asks a member of the opposition whether the Liberals would move to legalise cannabis if they win government. While the President ruled the main question out of order, the response in the chamber was very lively.
Move for a cannabis plebiscite scuttled in Parliament
Our motion calling for a cannabis plebiscite was defeated in the Victorian Parliament as Legalise Cannabis Victoria continues the fight for reform.
Invitation to Premier Ben Carroll
David extends an invitation to Premier Ben Carroll to work together on cannabis decriminalisation in Victoria.
- Parliament · Bills · Speeches
Cannabis Legalisation Plebiscite Bill 2026
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.
Nixon’s War On Drugs
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.
Cannabis cautioning scheme
David calls for Victoria Police’s cannabis cautioning policy to be formalised in legislation to curb arrests for minor possession.
Cautions Not Cuffs: Time to Make Existing Police Policy the Law
Cautions not cuffs: Make Victoria Police cannabis cautioning policy the law and stop arrests for minor possession.
Equal Opportunity Amendment (Medical Treatment) Bill 2026
David introduces a new bill to protect Victorians from medical discrimination and ensure fair treatment for those using prescribed medication or medical care.
Medicinal cannabis access for veterans
David urges advocacy to reverse DVA medicinal cannabis restrictions that limit veteran access to care, Telehealth, and safer pain treatments.
