While no final decision has been made, the very fact that the U.S. government acknowledged reviewing cannabis policy marks a historic moment. For over 50 years, marijuana has been classified as a Schedule I controlled substance under the Controlled Substances Act of 1970—a category reserved for substances deemed to have a high potential for abuse and no accepted medical use. This classification has shaped everything from criminal penalties to tax regulations, research opportunities, and the broader cultural narrative around cannabis.
If reclassification occurs, it could reshape the American landscape in profound ways: opening opportunities for medical research, changing the way businesses operate, and reducing strain on the criminal justice system. At the same time, the debate raises complex questions about public health, youth safety, and the balance of power between federal and state governments.
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