House Set To Vote On Marijuana Legalization Bill

The transcript discusses the upcoming House vote on the Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act. If passed, the act would decriminalize marijuana by removing it from the list of scheduled controlled substances and require courts to expunge prior marijuana-related convictions. The act would then proceed to the Senate for consideration.

What significant event is scheduled to happen on Friday regarding marijuana legislation?

• The Senate will vote on a new bill.

• The President will sign a new executive order.

• A public referendum will be held.

• The House will vote on the Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement Act.

What is the full name of the act being voted on?

• Controlled Substances Reform Act

• Marijuana Legalization and Regulation Act

• Cannabis Freedom and Justice Act

• Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement Act

What would happen to marijuana's legal status if the act passes?

• It would be legalized for medical use only.

• It would remain a controlled substance.

• It would be removed from the list of controlled substances.

• It would be classified as a more dangerous drug.

What requirement would courts have if the act is passed?

• To hold new trials for past marijuana cases.

• To impose fines on past offenders.

• To clear prior marijuana-related convictions from criminal records.

• To increase penalties for marijuana-related offenses.

What is the next step for the act after passing the House?

• It will head to the Senate for consideration.

• It will be sent to the President for approval.

• It will be reviewed by the Supreme Court.

• It will be implemented immediately.