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Real-time tracking of federal and state cannabis legislation. From rescheduling to state-level legalization — every development that matters.
Federal Watch
Federal Rescheduling Update
Cannabis remains a Schedule I substance under federal law. The DEA is reviewing the HHS recommendation to reschedule to Schedule III. A final rule is expected in 2026, which would fundamentally reshape the legal landscape for the entire industry.
Current: Schedule I
Proposed: Schedule III
Status: Under Review
17
States Recreational
2
Medical Only
38
Some Legal Form
3
Fully Prohibited
State-by-State Status
California
2016 Recreational
Colorado
2012 Recreational
New York
2021 Recreational
Florida
2016 Medical
Texas
2019 CBD Only
Ohio
2023 Recreational
Illinois
2020 Recreational
Michigan
2018 Recreational
Oregon
2014 Recreational
Washington
2012 Recreational
Arizona
2020 Recreational
Virginia
2021 Recreational
Minnesota
2023 Recreational
Maryland
2023 Recreational
Missouri
2022 Recreational
Montana
2020 Recreational
New Jersey
2020 Recreational
Connecticut
2021 Recreational
Delaware
2023 Recreational
Pennsylvania
2016 Medical
Georgia
2019 CBD Only
Nebraska
Prohibited
Idaho
Prohibited
Kansas
Prohibited
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