Trump signs executive order reclassifying cannabis, opening door to broader weed access (www.cnbc.com)

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[-] pebbles@sh.itjust.works 1 points 8 months ago

Isn't that something only congress can do?

[-] wosat@lemmy.world 3 points 8 months ago

My understanding is, no, congressional action is not required. Legislation would be required to completely de-schedule (legalize) it, but the DEA and HHS can re-schedule drugs without congress.

[-] pebbles@sh.itjust.works 1 points 8 months ago

Ah noted thanks

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