Key Federal Policy Updates

Congress may be in recess, but with recent comments from the White House on rescheduling — and pending cannabis reform legislation on Capitol Hill — we're staying plugged in to what’s happening in Washington.

Congress to Decide Fate of Veterans’ Access

In Congress, a budget provision that would permit Veterans Affairs doctors to recommend medical cannabis to military veterans has cleared initial hurdles in the House and Senate. The bill now must make it through the reconciliation process and be included and passed in the final version of the MilCon-VA spending bill, and then be signed by the president to become law. 

MPP has been outspoken that veterans should have access to medical cannabis, particularly given its potential to treat symptoms of PTSD and other serious ailments that impact veterans due to their service. This provision has been included in drafts of prior spending bills, but was ultimately left out when the final bills came to a vote.

Trump Hints at Rescheduling

Recent reports indicate that President Trump is now considering a move to follow through on the Biden administration’s push to reschedule marijuana. While the action the president will ultimately take — if any — remains unclear, he has said a decision will come "in the next few weeks”.

MPP will continue to push for full federal legalization, and we remain focused on advancing cannabis freedom state-by-state to build the critical mass of support that will make nationwide legalization a reality.

When Congress returns to session in September, we must be ready to take action and make our voices heard louder than ever. Stay tuned for MPP’s Action Alerts — because it’s long past time for Congress to honor those who have served our country and allow veterans’ access to medical cannabis.