After decades of debating and lobbying, the House of Representatives voted to legalize marijuana. The Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act earned rare bipartisan support with Democrats and Republicans both voting for it.
If it becomes law, the manufacturing, distribution, and possession of marijuana will have no criminal penalties. Also, previous convictions could be expunged from the record, and cannabis products will be taxed.
More Americans Support Legalization
A Gallup poll shows that Americans – more than ever – support legal marijuana. 68% of the respondents were in favor, and it was embraced by all political parties and religious affiliations. The breakdown included 50% of Republicans, 71% of Independents, and 83% of Democrats. 52% of respondents who attended religious services weekly or monthly and 78% of respondents who attend less frequently support legal marijuana.
Many advocacy groups praised the vote, including the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws, the Marijuana Policy Project, and the National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA). Leaders called it “a big step in the right direction” and “in the best interests of our country.”
“The time has come for federal lawmakers to put aside partisan differences and recognize that state-level legalization policies are publicly popular, successful, and are in the best interests of our country.”
“To this day, people across the country are still experiencing the damaging effects of the war on cannabis, while others are profiting in the industry. Following today’s action in the House, it is now time for the U.S. Senate to follow suit and take up the MORE Act.”
“We are thankful that the House continues to pursue sensible cannabis policy reforms and is once again moving on this important bill. While the MORE Act lacks the robust regulatory structure we would like to see in a comprehensive descheduling bill, it represents the increasing support for ending prohibition among both lawmakers and the American public, not to mention the current policies of dozens of states around the country. This bill would be a huge improvement on the status quo and is helping to further the conversation about what effective federal cannabis policy looks like. Removing cannabis from the Controlled Substances Act is absolutely necessary, and the MORE Act would be a big step in the right direction for restorative justice and making sure that small businesses and members of marginalized communities who have been disproportionately harmed by prohibition can benefit from the opportunities created by regulated cannabis markets.”
To pass the Senate, the MORE Act will need to receive 60 votes, and it will likely require bipartisan support again. Similar efforts have failed to pass the Senate before, so it is yet to be seen if public opinion has shifted enough to propel the MORE Act into law. If it were to happen, however, it would mean major changes for the cannabis market across the country.
Readers, we want to hear from you! Are you following the progress of the MORE Act? Is the United States ready for legalized marijuana? Leave a comment below, and let us know what you think!
Great news! I’m praying it is passed.
With the nerve pain from several medical issues, by far, cannabis has been my “ go to “ for pain and anxiety from Cancer. My Dr. Prescribed plenty of pain meds if I need them.
I have no doubt , without the availability of Arete Hemp, I would be addicted to opioids trying to get pain relief. Thanks Todd and team for your continue support.
It should be legalized…. I can’t even get it legally in my state for my pain anxiety and sleep issues so I’m using thca products which do help but not enough….. I really need something stronger. The united states have been more than ready for this to take place….. of course you will have your nay sayers that grew up when the government use to show the egg in the skillet frying saying this is your Brain on Marijuana lmao and they believed it some still do… but yes please legalize it…. that way I can get both hemp and d9 flowers to help with my medical needs..
It is long overdue. The war on drugs was a complete failure. It is insane to have cannabis scheduled the same as cocaine and heroine!!!!! We the people have made it clear that we want it legalized and it’s time for our representatives to do there jobs and respect what there constituents have been begging for. I hope and pray that this does pass.
Hell yeah I support this. I have a trumatic brain injury and I have crippling spasticity because of it and the only thing that seems to help is THC and CBD so speaking as someone who has the experience I fully support it
Legalized Marijuana Is A Bipartisan Issue
After decades of debating and lobbying, the House of Representatives voted to legalize marijuana. The Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act earned rare bipartisan support with Democrats and Republicans both voting for it.
If it becomes law, the manufacturing, distribution, and possession of marijuana will have no criminal penalties. Also, previous convictions could be expunged from the record, and cannabis products will be taxed.
More Americans Support Legalization
A Gallup poll shows that Americans – more than ever – support legal marijuana. 68% of the respondents were in favor, and it was embraced by all political parties and religious affiliations. The breakdown included 50% of Republicans, 71% of Independents, and 83% of Democrats. 52% of respondents who attended religious services weekly or monthly and 78% of respondents who attend less frequently support legal marijuana.
Many advocacy groups praised the vote, including the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws, the Marijuana Policy Project, and the National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA). Leaders called it “a big step in the right direction” and “in the best interests of our country.”
So What Happens Next?
To pass the Senate, the MORE Act will need to receive 60 votes, and it will likely require bipartisan support again. Similar efforts have failed to pass the Senate before, so it is yet to be seen if public opinion has shifted enough to propel the MORE Act into law. If it were to happen, however, it would mean major changes for the cannabis market across the country.
Readers, we want to hear from you! Are you following the progress of the MORE Act? Is the United States ready for legalized marijuana? Leave a comment below, and let us know what you think!
12 replies to “Legalized Marijuana Is A Bipartisan Issue”
Todd Mueller
This needs to happen!
But I’m not sure the radical right ,will allow anything good happen in this administration.
Don’t hold your breath.
pbug57
Great news! I’m praying it is passed.
With the nerve pain from several medical issues, by far, cannabis has been my “ go to “ for pain and anxiety from Cancer. My Dr. Prescribed plenty of pain meds if I need them.
I have no doubt , without the availability of Arete Hemp, I would be addicted to opioids trying to get pain relief. Thanks Todd and team for your continue support.
Todd Campanella
🙏
Deanna
It should be legalized…. I can’t even get it legally in my state for my pain anxiety and sleep issues so I’m using thca products which do help but not enough….. I really need something stronger. The united states have been more than ready for this to take place….. of course you will have your nay sayers that grew up when the government use to show the egg in the skillet frying saying this is your Brain on Marijuana lmao and they believed it some still do… but yes please legalize it…. that way I can get both hemp and d9 flowers to help with my medical needs..
Colby
Yes, I do think America is ready for legalization and it’s about time!!!
Todd Campanella
Yes we agree!
Jord Hampton Jordan IV
It is long overdue. The war on drugs was a complete failure. It is insane to have cannabis scheduled the same as cocaine and heroine!!!!! We the people have made it clear that we want it legalized and it’s time for our representatives to do there jobs and respect what there constituents have been begging for. I hope and pray that this does pass.
Whistle Blower
We need the THC to be in the weed, at least 23%
Wats beer without the barley
Give me that thc, now !!!!!
Gregory Wisor
Hell yeah I support this. I have a trumatic brain injury and I have crippling spasticity because of it and the only thing that seems to help is THC and CBD so speaking as someone who has the experience I fully support it
Dexter
YAAZZZZZ #EXOTIC BURNING 🔥
Marty
Maybe if given a choice one may not use alcohol. That would save lives. It saved mine!
Todd Campanella
you are absolutely right! Alcohol is poison!