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Easier Federal Employment and Security Clearances for Cannabis Users.

This new law aims to limit the impact of past or present cannabis use on eligibility for federal employment and security clearances. Citizens previously denied jobs or clearances due to cannabis use can now request a review of their cases, potentially opening doors to federal careers.
Key points
Cannabis use will no longer automatically disqualify individuals from federal employment or security clearances.
Individuals denied federal employment or security clearances since January 1, 2008, due to cannabis use can request a review of their case.
Federal agencies must establish a review process and reconsider requests within 90 days.
If denied again, individuals can appeal to a special board, which may order a redetermination of their case.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_5040
Sponsor: Rep. Raskin, Jamie [D-MD-8]
Process start date: 2023-07-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

CURE Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5040.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Cannabis use will no longer automatically disqualify individuals from federal employment or security clearances.
  • Individuals denied federal employment or security clearances since January 1, 2008, due to cannabis use can request a review of their case.
  • Federal agencies must establish a review process and reconsider requests within 90 days.
  • If denied again, individuals can appeal to a special board, which may order a redetermination of their case.
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 Rep. Raskin, Jamie [D-MD-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 30 - 14.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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