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Commission established to plan federal cannabis legalization and regulation.

This Act establishes a Commission on the Federal Regulation of Cannabis to develop a prompt and plausible pathway for federal legalization of adult-use cannabis. The goal is to create a regulatory framework modeled after alcohol regulations, addressing issues like criminal justice reform, access to financial services for cannabis businesses, and hindered medical research. Citizens can expect potential changes in product access, medical research availability, and reforms concerning past cannabis convictions.
Key points
A Commission is established to propose measures for federal cannabis regulation, aiming for a framework similar to alcohol regulation.
The Commission will study how to remedy the impact of cannabis criminalization, particularly on minority and veteran communities, and address financial access barriers for cannabis entrepreneurs.
The Act seeks to improve access to cannabis-related research, including medical uses, product safety, and impairment standards, which are currently hindered by federal prohibition.
The Commission will include members with diverse expertise, including individuals formerly incarcerated for non-violent cannabis offenses, ensuring a focus on criminal justice reform.
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Print number: 118_S_2650
Sponsor: Sen. Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO]
Process start date: 2023-07-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

PREPARE Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2650.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • A Commission is established to propose measures for federal cannabis regulation, aiming for a framework similar to alcohol regulation.
  • The Commission will study how to remedy the impact of cannabis criminalization, particularly on minority and veteran communities, and address financial access barriers for cannabis entrepreneurs.
  • The Act seeks to improve access to cannabis-related research, including medical uses, product safety, and impairment standards, which are currently hindered by federal prohibition.
  • The Commission will include members with diverse expertise, including individuals formerly incarcerated for non-violent cannabis offenses, ensuring a focus on criminal justice reform.
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 2025-12-26.

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