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Federal Decriminalization of Marijuana, Expungement of Records, and New Cannabis Taxes

This bill removes marijuana from the federal list of controlled substances, effectively decriminalizing it at the federal level and allowing for the expungement of past non-violent convictions. It introduces a federal tax on cannabis products to fund community reinvestment programs and allows cannabis businesses to access small business loans and services.
Key points
Marijuana is removed from the federal Controlled Substances Act, ending federal prohibition and criminal penalties.
Past non-violent federal cannabis convictions will be expunged from criminal records, and resentencing is available for current offenders.
A federal tax starting at 5% applies to cannabis products, with revenue funding job training and legal aid in impacted communities.
Immigration status and federal public benefits cannot be denied solely based on cannabis use or possession.
Small businesses in the cannabis industry gain access to federal loans, banking services, and SBA support.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5068
Sponsor: Rep. Nadler, Jerrold [D-NY-12]
Process start date: 2025-08-29
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_5068.

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 2025-08-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Marijuana is removed from the federal Controlled Substances Act, ending federal prohibition and criminal penalties.
  • Past non-violent federal cannabis convictions will be expunged from criminal records, and resentencing is available for current offenders.
  • A federal tax starting at 5% applies to cannabis products, with revenue funding job training and legal aid in impacted communities.
  • Immigration status and federal public benefits cannot be denied solely based on cannabis use or possession.
  • Small businesses in the cannabis industry gain access to federal loans, banking services, and SBA support.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Nadler, Jerrold [D-NY-12].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-19.

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