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Budd Pushes Amendment to Lock in November Hemp Ban
politics21 days ago

Budd Pushes Amendment to Lock in November Hemp Ban

Sen. Ted Budd (R-NC) says he will file an amendment to the current continuing resolution to strip out a provision that delays the November recriminalization of hemp-derived products, effectively aiming to keep the hemp ban on track; the CR (H.R. 6500) would delay the ban to December 11 with a carve-out for certain synthetics, while lawmakers from both parties push competing bills to regulate rather than prohibit hemp products and industry groups advocate for a regulatory framework.

via Marijuana Moment|
#cannabis-policy#continuing-resolution#federal-regulation
Poll Finds Most Cannabis Users Doubt Full Federal Rescheduling This Year
politics1 month ago

Poll Finds Most Cannabis Users Doubt Full Federal Rescheduling This Year

A new NuggMD poll of 1,063 cannabis consumers in state-legal markets shows 52.5% don’t think full federal rescheduling will happen by year-end, while 47.5% do. The DEA hearing on moving marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III is set to wrap up by July 15, with a final decision possible after that, following April’s partial rescheduling of medical cannabis.

via Marijuana Moment|
#cannabis-policy#cannabis-rescheduling#dea-hearing
DEA Sets Ground Rules for Marijuana Scheduling Hearing This Month
politics2 months ago

DEA Sets Ground Rules for Marijuana Scheduling Hearing This Month

A DEA judge issued a 12-page order detailing the ground rules for a hearing on moving marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III, set to run June 29–July 15 at a DEA facility in Arlington, VA. Only designated opponents of cannabis reform are invited to participate; reform supporters were not. Each party will have a 15-minute opening, may call up to two witnesses, and face limited cross-examination, with post-hearing briefs due later. The proceeding is separate from the Biden-era action on medical cannabis and, if rescheduling occurs, could affect federal taxes, gun forms, and other regulations amid ongoing lawsuits challenging the effort.

via Marijuana Moment|
#administrative-law#cannabis-policy#dea
High Court expands gun ownership rights for a marijuana user
us-news2 months ago

High Court expands gun ownership rights for a marijuana user

The Supreme Court ruled unanimously that Ali Danial Hemani, a Texas marijuana user, may not be barred from owning a firearm under federal law that prohibits gun possession by drug users, a decision that broadens Second Amendment rights in a case closely watched for its implications on cannabis and gun policy. Hemani had not been charged with crimes related to firearms or drug use, and the ruling comes amid a broader wave of gun-rights litigation at the Court, even as marijuana remains illegal at the federal level; the administration had defended the law in other contexts, including cases involving Hunter Biden.

via AP News|
#cannabis-policy#gun-rights#marijuana
GOP Lawmaker Pushes 20-Year Timeline to Reschedule Marijuana
politics6 months ago

GOP Lawmaker Pushes 20-Year Timeline to Reschedule Marijuana

Rep. Andy Harris (R-MD) says the Justice Department should take about 20 years to reschedule marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III, arguing that the process moves slowly and that internal DOJ disagreements may be delaying action, even as Trump’s order to accelerate the rule remains pending; other lawmakers indicate readiness to act when opportunities arise, while DOJ has offered little public comment amid shifting political dynamics such as redistricting.

via Marijuana Moment|
#cannabis-policy#congress#doj
Trump's Health Appointees Stir Controversy Over Marijuana Stance
politics1 year ago

Trump's Health Appointees Stir Controversy Over Marijuana Stance

President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for FDA commissioner, Marty Makary, is a skeptic of medical marijuana, citing concerns about its potential as a gateway drug and its links to cardiovascular and mental health issues, particularly in youth. While Trump's HHS pick, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., supports cannabis reform, Makary's stance could influence federal cannabis policy, including drug rescheduling decisions. His views contrast with the growing trend of marijuana legalization across the U.S., raising uncertainty about the future of cannabis policy under the Trump administration.

via Marijuana Moment|
#cannabis-policy#fda#marijuana
"Vice President Harris Advocates Marijuana Legalization and Reform with Rapper Fat Joe"
politics2 years ago

"Vice President Harris Advocates Marijuana Legalization and Reform with Rapper Fat Joe"

Vice President Kamala Harris publicly called for the legalization of marijuana for the first time since joining President Joe Biden's ticket, signaling a potential shift in the administration's stance ahead of the November elections. During a closed-door meeting at the White House, Harris expressed the need to end federal cannabis prohibition, aligning with her previous support for marijuana legalization as a senator and during her 2020 presidential campaign. The administration's focus on cannabis policy appears to be a strategic move to appeal to voters, particularly young voters, and capitalize on bipartisan support for marijuana reform.

via Marijuana Moment|
#biden-administration#cannabis-policy#clemency
"Germany Passes Cannabis Legalization Bill with Restrictions"
politics2 years ago

"Germany Passes Cannabis Legalization Bill with Restrictions"

Germany's parliament has approved a bill to legalize marijuana nationwide, with possession and home cultivation becoming legal and social clubs authorized to distribute marijuana to members. The bill now heads to the Bundesrat, and if enacted, legalization could take effect in April. Supporters emphasize the need for modernizing cannabis policy to combat the black market and protect children and young people, while opponents argue it could strain the health system and lead to increased underage consumption. The legislation has faced delays and adjustments, with plans for staggered implementation and eventual pilot programs for commercial sales.

via Marijuana Moment|
#bundestag#cannabis-policy#drug-reform
Senators Pressure DEA to Deschedule Marijuana
cannabis-policy2 years ago

Senators Pressure DEA to Deschedule Marijuana

Senators, including Elizabeth Warren and John Fetterman, demand the DEA to fully legalize marijuana under federal law and answer questions about its ongoing cannabis scheduling review. Concerns about medical cannabis in Kansas and a delay in Ireland's marijuana legalization vote are highlighted. Additionally, a new THC testing method with 96 percent accuracy has been developed, and various states are discussing cannabis and psilocybin legislation.

via Marijuana Moment|
#cannabis-policy#dea#marijuana-legalization
Secret Service Eases Restrictions on Marijuana Use for Agent Applicants
cannabis-policy3 years ago

Secret Service Eases Restrictions on Marijuana Use for Agent Applicants

The US Secret Service has updated its employment policy to allow applicants who have previously used marijuana to be eligible for employment one year after their last consumption, regardless of age. The agency has also added a policy for assessing candidates who have used federally legal hemp-derived CBD products within one year of their application on a case-by-case basis. The federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) has also recently revised its cannabis rules for job applicants, making it so applicants who have grown, manufactured or sold marijuana in compliance with state laws while serving in a “position of public responsibility” will no longer be automatically disqualified.

via Marijuana Moment|
#cannabis-policy#cbd#employment-policy