U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-HI) has introduced a bill to expunge federal marijuana convictions. Known as the “Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment” bill, it also includes provisions to increase spending on job training and legal aid for individuals impacted by drug policy. This bill comes as Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) is considering including similar marijuana expungement provisions in an upcoming cannabis banking reform package known as the Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act.
Click the link below to delve deeper into this significant development in U.S. drug policy. Stay informed about the latest actions of U.S. senators and their progress towards cannabis reform, as well as the potential implications for those affected by past drug convictions. This is your chance to understand what the Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment bill and the SAFE Banking Act could mean for the future of cannabis in America.
