"The new order takes a first step toward federal legalization of cannabis, reclassifying medical marijuana as a Schedule III, rather than a Schedule I drug. This represents a major policy shift long sought by advocates who said cannabis should never have been treated like heroin by the federal government."
"Blanche points to California as a pioneer in a statement about the reclassification, saying that regulation has come a long way since California adopted its policy in 1996. Today the vast majority of States maintain comprehensive licensing frameworks governing cultivation, processing, distribution, and dispensing of marijuana for medical purposes."
"The Department of Justice is delivering on President Trump's promise to expand Americans' access to medical treatment options. This reclassification demonstrates a sustained capacity to achieve public-interest objectives, including protecting public health and safety and preventing the diversion of controlled substances into illicit channels."
The Biden administration's Justice Department is reclassifying medical marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III, a significant policy change. This effort, ongoing since the Trump administration, aims to address the long-standing classification of cannabis as a dangerous drug. While this reclassification does not legalize medical marijuana federally or affect state laws, it challenges nearly 90 years of prohibition. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche emphasizes the progress made in state regulations and the importance of public health and safety in cannabis management.
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