06/06/2024
If the public comments are any indication, the Drug Enforcement Administration’s proposal to reschedule cannabis is well on its way to approval.
The government agency has only been accepting submissions for two weeks – with nearly seven weeks yet to go – but the agency has received more than 11,000 submissions so far. More than 7,000 comments were received in the first week.
Of all submissions, nearly 97 percent expressed support for rescheduling with several comments expressing support for rescheduling and legalization.
The overwhelming public support for rescheduling cannabis is also reflected in other arenas. For example, a January 2024 Pew Research study found that 88% of U.S. adults support legalization for either medical or recreational use.
While the public comments are no guarantee of any specific action by the DEA, the public comment period will remain open until July 22, after which the DEA will review all information that was provided on the record.
via Green Market Report
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