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Introduced
04/19/2021
04/19/2021
In Committee
10/19/2021
10/19/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023
01/03/2023
Introduced Session
117th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To decriminalize cannabis, to establish an Equitable Licens- ing Grant Program in the Small Business Administra- tion, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill aims to decriminalize cannabis by removing it from the Controlled Substances Act, thereby eliminating federal criminal penalties for its possession and use. Additionally, the bill establishes an Equitable Licensing Grant Program within the Small Business Administration to provide funding for states and localities to develop cannabis licensing programs that minimize barriers to licensing and employment for individuals most adversely impacted by the "war on drugs." The grant program requires that such licensing programs include at least four out of six specified provisions, such as waiving application fees, prohibiting denial of licenses based on cannabis-related convictions, and establishing oversight boards reflective of the community's demographics.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Business and Industry, Health and Social Services, Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. (on 10/19/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/2649/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr2649/BILLS-117hr2649ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr2649/BILLS-117hr2649ih.pdf.pdf |
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