DEA Says It Will Expand Access To Marijuana for Research

The DEA has received 33 applications from cannabis manufacturers to grow marijuana for federal research, a move that could influence Congress to decriminalize or legalize marijuana nationwide. Despite the high number of applications, the DEA has yet to evaluate any, prompting criticism from advocates. Currently, only the University of Mississippi is authorized to produce marijuana for research, but its product is closer to hemp. Legal actions have been taken against the DEA for its inaction, and changes in federal law have removed the need for DEA registration to grow hemp for research.

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