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Ohio House Republicans have chosen Matt Huffman, the current Senate president, as their next House speaker. Huffman, unopposed in the caucus vote, is known for his hardline conservative agenda, including his intent to reverse Ohio’s recently …
Medical Marijuana Legalized in 39 States: A State-By-State …
1 day ago · 39 states—78% of the entire country—have legalized medical marijuana. In 1996, California became the first state to legalize medical marijuana, paving the way for nationwide reform. In the 28 years since, 38 additional states have enacted similar programs, with several others also allowing low-THC marijuana oil for limited use. Nebraska was the most recent, with … Continue reading
Over a Dozen Lawmakers Urge Biden to Expand Marijuana …
1 day ago · A coalition of Democratic senators and representatives is urging the Biden administration to finalize plans to limit federal marijuana prosecutions and expand clemency efforts before President Joe Biden’s term concludes in January. In a letter sent Tuesday, first reported by Rolling Stone, Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and Ron Wyden (D-OR) joined Representatives Barbara Lee (D-CA ...
Federal Marijuana Banking Legislation Could Still Pass By Year’s …
1 day ago · Efforts to pass the SAFE or SAFER Banking Act during the lame duck session of Congress are gaining momentum, though time is running out. The Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act currently has 131 sponsors in the U.S. House of Representatives, more than any other marijuana-related bill in Congress. The updated Secure and Fair … Continue reading
DEA Judge Rules on Standing for Marijuana Rescheduling Hearing
Nov 20, 2024 · All parties opposing the rescheduling of marijuana to Schedule 3 of the Controlled Substances Act will have full standing to participate in a landmark marijuana rescheduling hearing, according to a ruling by DEA Chief Administrative Law Judge John Mulrooney II. However, only one organization supporting rescheduling—the National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA)—has been granted full ...
Judge Delays DEA's Marijuana Rescheduling Hearing, List of Those …
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has postponed its hearing on their proposal to reschedule marijuana until early 2025, citing a need for more detailed information on the participants set to testify. Although DEA Administrator Anne Milgram approved over 20 participants for the agency’s rescheduling hearing, Chief Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) John Mulrooney issued a preliminary ...
The DEA is Moving Marijuana to Schedule III: Here’s What That …
The Biden Administration announced today that the DEA will move marijuana to Schedule III. Here’s a breakdown of what that means. In a landmark decision that marks a significant shift in federal marijuana policy, the Biden Administration announced today that the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will reclassify marijuana from a Schedule I to a …
Marijuana Rescheduling: Over 15,000 Comments Submitted on …
It’s been three weeks since the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) filed its plan in the Federal Register to reschedule marijuana. In that time, over 15,000 people have submitted comments.. Since the DEA’s proposal was filed on May 21, launching a 60-day public comment period that ends on July 22, there have been over 15,000 comments submitted.
DEA’s Marijuana Rescheduling Proposal: 13 Days Left for Public …
There are now just 13 days left in the 60-day public comment period for the Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) proposal to reschedule marijuana. On May 21, the DEA published its marijuana rescheduling plans in the Federal Register, initiating a legally required 60-day public comment period. As of July 9, with 13 days remaining, 28,000 comments … Continue reading
DEA Set to Reschedule Marijuana By the End of Summer
The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently confirmed that they’re in talks with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) regarding the potential rescheduling of marijuana. The move may come sooner than many expect, according to a DEA official. In August the HHS sent a letter to the DEA officially requesting marijuana be reclassified …