The issue focused on federal funds being sent to medical marijuana dispensaries and growers in compliance with state law. Lawmakers wanted the funding restrictions removed.

However, Attorney General Eric Holder called for legislation last week that would legalize medical marijuana use for patients suffering from cancer, HIV/AIDS, epilepsy and other illnesses. The Justice Department said it will sue states that allow medical marijuana if they try to enforce laws legalizing recreational marijuana use.

Also Tuesday, Colorado legalized recreational marijuana sales for adults 21 and older. Legal pot