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Cannabis Regulation Commission: Preparing for Legal Changes

This bill proposes establishing a commission to study how to best regulate cannabis at the federal level, drawing parallels with alcohol regulations. The aim is to prepare the government for a potential end to federal prohibition, which could impact product availability, safety, and legal aspects for citizens.
Key points
Establishment of a commission to develop federal cannabis regulations, modeled after alcohol laws.
The commission will examine the impact of current laws on minority communities, access to financial services for cannabis businesses, and hindrances to medical research.
Public comments and hearings are planned to gather input from citizens, experts, and those affected by current laws.
The goal is to create consistent product safety rules, labeling requirements, and efficient tax collection from cannabis sales.
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Print number: 117_S_5166
Sponsor: Sen. Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO]
Process start date: 2022-12-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

PREPARE Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_5166.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-12-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishment of a commission to develop federal cannabis regulations, modeled after alcohol laws.
  • The commission will examine the impact of current laws on minority communities, access to financial services for cannabis businesses, and hindrances to medical research.
  • Public comments and hearings are planned to gather input from citizens, experts, and those affected by current laws.
  • The goal is to create consistent product safety rules, labeling requirements, and efficient tax collection from cannabis sales.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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