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BillHR 5068 · 119

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Introduced
Aug 29, 2025
Cosponsors
73
Traction
0
Last Action
Jan 13, 2026

Bill Summary

Decriminalizes marijuana at the federal level and removes it from the list of controlled substances. Requires federal agencies to expunge marijuana-related convictions and arrests from records.

Sponsored By

Jerrold Nadler
Democrat · New York · House

Bill Journey

  1. Aug 29, 2025
  3. Jan 13, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects individuals with marijuana-related convictions, who would have their records expunged, and those who use or possess marijuana, who would no longer be subject to federal prosecution. It also impacts the marijuana industry, which would be subject to federal regulation and taxation.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
71backers
  • Democratic71
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

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Cosponsors (73)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicSafety & Crime
CommitteeCommittee on Conservation
IntroducedAug 29, 2025
Last UpdatedJan 13, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the Subcommittee on Conservation, Research, and Biotechnology.
Subjects
  • Safety

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.