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Streamlining Marijuana Research for Universities and Protecting Participants.

This law aims to remove legal and bureaucratic obstacles preventing universities from conducting essential research into marijuana's medical, public health, and agricultural uses. It protects students and researchers involved in approved studies, ensuring they do not lose federal financial aid or face immigration consequences solely due to their participation. Furthermore, it authorizes $30 million annually for new grant programs dedicated to advancing this research.
Key points
Universities gain easier access to research-grade marijuana, allowing them to purchase it from legal state or tribal regulatory bodies.
Students and researchers participating in approved studies are protected from losing federal funding or facing negative immigration status changes.
Establishes two major grant programs ($15 million each annually) for medical/public health research (NIH) and agricultural research (USDA) on marijuana.
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Additional Information
Higher Education Marijuana Research Act of 2023
Print number: HR 3829
Sponsor: Rep. Titus, Dina [D-NV-1]
Process start date: 2023-06-05