Creates Commission to Study Cannabis Rules
HR2935-119 · Introduced Apr 17, 2025
Why it matters
The bill would not legalize or change cannabis rules now. It would set up a study group whose recommendations could shape future federal cannabis laws.
What it does
- Requires the Attorney General to set up a commission within 30 days of enactment
- Requires the commission to publish initial recommendations within 120 days
- Requires a final report with recommendations within one year
- Adds members from federal agencies and from people with cannabis, medical, or veterans experience
In committee
Next: a committee vote
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About this bill
Would create a commission to study a path to federal cannabis regulation and propose measures, with a final report due within one year.
Preparing Regulators Effectively for a Post-prohibition Adult-use Regulated Environment Act of 2025
Perspectives
💬 The case for
Some criminal justice and medical groups would likely say federal study is needed to fix harms from criminalization. They may argue research is blocked by cannabis's current federal classification.
💬 The case against
Some public health groups would likely say the study could push rules that loosen limits on youth access. They may argue federal legalization should not move ahead without more research.
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