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MORE Act

12/20/2024, 9:05 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4734

The Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 4734, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of the MORE Act is to decriminalize marijuana at the federal level and address the racial disparities in marijuana enforcement.

The MORE Act would remove marijuana from the list of controlled substances, effectively legalizing it at the federal level. This would allow states to regulate marijuana as they see fit, without interference from the federal government. The bill also includes provisions to expunge prior marijuana convictions and provide resources for communities that have been disproportionately impacted by the war on drugs.

Additionally, the MORE Act would impose a federal tax on marijuana sales, with the revenue generated going towards programs that support individuals and communities affected by the war on drugs. This tax revenue would also be used to fund job training, reentry services, and legal aid for those impacted by marijuana prohibition. Overall, the MORE Act aims to address the social and economic injustices caused by marijuana prohibition and create a more equitable and just system for all Americans.

Current Status of Bill HR 4734

Bill HR 4734 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 19, 2023. Bill HR 4734 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 19, 2023.  Bill HR 4734's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Work and Welfare. as of December 17, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4734

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
2
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4734

Primary Policy Focus

Health

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