WASHINGTON (WJHL) — Congressman Morgan Griffith from Southwest Virginia sees advantages in the potential reclassification of marijuana.
This shift would allow for the sale of FDA-approved medical marijuana products at a federal level.
In an interview with News Channel 11, Griffith expressed that the adjustment could benefit individuals relying on medical marijuana while also enhancing community safety through stricter regulations.
“Our goal is to streamline the industry,” Griffith stated. “While American producers are performing well, there is a surge of Asian products entering the market, and their contents are often unknown. We frequently lack information on the substances and THC levels they contain. This uncertainty leads to situations where people purchase these items at local shops, and unfortunately, they often fall into the hands of children, resulting in harmful consequences.”
A hearing is scheduled for June 29 to discuss the implementation of these changes.