As a result, some drug policy reformers who otherwise strongly support expanding marijuana research balked on the bill, urging lawmakers to vote no. The overall bill, the Medical Cannabis Research Act, sponsored by Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL), was then approved by a voice vote. — Dina Titus (@repdinatitus) September 13, 2018Glad to see that HR 5635, The Medical Cannabis Research Act, was adopted by voice in @HouseJudiciary today. This bill wisely regulates medical marijuana research and helps our veterans by allowing the VA to discuss potential medical marijuana trials with them. The Judiciary Committee vote marks only the second time in history that a congressional panel has approved standalone cannabis reform legislation.

Source: Forbes September 13, 2018 16:00 UTC