As states continue to legalize marijuana, it is “crucial” that cannabis products are regulated, a top federal health official says. While some argue that legalizing marijuana brings benefits such as increased tax revenue, others believe it can lead to negative consequences such as addiction and impaired driving. With a growing number of states legalizing marijuana, the debate about federal legalization intensifies.
GOP congressman looks at DC marijuana ban; MN legalization prepped for final votes; MI gov't worker drug testing reform; Alcohol exec on... As the federal government continues to grapple with the issue of marijuana legalization, individual states have taken matters into their own hands. As of April 2021, 17 states have legalize recreational marijuana, while 36 states have legalize medical marijuana.
The use and possession of marijuana is illegal under U.S. federal law, but in recent years a growing number of states have legalize the drug for medicinal and/or recreational purposes. This has created a complicated legal landscape, with state and federal laws often in conflict with each other.
U.S. Democrat and Republican lawmakers have reintroduced a bill to set the basis for the legalization of adult-use marijuana at the federal level. The bill, known as the Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act, would remove marijuana from the list of federally controlled substances, expunge federal marijuana convictions and arrests, and reinvest in communities disproportionately affected by the war on drugs.
AZ gov signs psilocybin funding; NH lawmakers on gov's marijuana plan; CA/DC officials talk interstate sales; Study: legalization reduces... While the focus has largely been on the legalization of marijuana, other drugs such as psilocybin (found in magic mushrooms) are also gaining attention. In 2020, Oregon became the first state to legalize the therapeutic use of psilocybin. The move sparked a nationwide conversation about the potential benefits and risks of psychedelics.
MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota lawmakers on Friday voted to legalize recreational use of marijuana, the latest in a string of policy moves to the... With Minnesota becoming the latest state to legalize recreational marijuana, the industry continues to grow. This has led to increased investment and job opportunities, but also concerns about safety and regulation.
With more states authorizing the use of marijuana, the public continues to favor legalizing it for medical and recreational purposes. According to a 2020 Pew Research Center survey, 91% of Americans support legalizing medical marijuana, while 60% support legalizing recreational use.
A key Republican lawmaker signaled on Tuesday that he's interested in reassessing the federal ban that has blocked Washington, D.C. from... While there is growing support for marijuana legalization, there are still many who oppose it. Some argue that marijuana is a gateway drug and can lead to harder drug use, while others believe that legalization will lead to increased crime and addiction.
Overall, the debate about federal marijuana legalization is complex and multifaceted. While legalization can bring benefits such as increased tax revenue and job opportunities, it can also lead to negative consequences such as addiction and impaired driving. As the industry continues to grow and more states legalize marijuana, it is important that regulation are put in place to ensure safety and accountability. Only time will tell if federal legalization will become a reality, but for now, the debate rages on.
