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N.D. (AP) — Supporters of a ballot initiative campaign that would legalize marijuana for medical purposes say they have gathered enough signatures to put the issue to a statewide vote.

The Bismarck Tribune reports that supporters of the so-called North Dakota Compassionate Care Act intend to submit the signatures on Monday to Secretary of State Al Jaeger’s office.

The initiative will need signatures from about 13,500 voters to qualify for the ballot.

With voters’ approval, the initiative would make it legal for North Dakota residents to possess up to 3 ounces of marijuana for medical purposes. It says those who qualify could obtain the drug from a state-licensed dispensary or grow a limited supply for personal use.