A bill to decriminalize and deschedule cannabis, to provide for reinvestment in certain persons adversely impacted by the War on Drugs, to provide for expungement of certain cannabis offenses, and for other purposes.

Bill 118 s 4226, also known as the Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of decriminalizing and descheduling cannabis. The bill seeks to reinvest in individuals who have been negatively impacted by the War on Drugs, particularly communities of color who have been disproportionately affected by harsh drug laws.

One of the key provisions of the MORE Act is the expungement of certain cannabis offenses, which would help individuals with past convictions for non-violent marijuana-related crimes to have their records cleared. This would not only provide these individuals with a fresh start, but also help to address the systemic inequalities in the criminal justice system.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for reinvesting in communities that have been most affected by the War on Drugs. This would involve providing resources for job training, education, and other support services to help individuals and communities recover from the negative impacts of harsh drug laws. Overall, the MORE Act represents a significant step towards reforming drug policy in the United States and addressing the social and economic disparities that have been perpetuated by the criminalization of cannabis. By decriminalizing marijuana, providing for expungement of past offenses, and reinvesting in affected communities, the bill aims to promote justice and equity in drug policy.