Medical marijuana just got a major federal upgrade, and it could change access and costs for patients in Rochester, according to Spectrum News 1. The U.S. Department of Justice reclassified cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III, easing restrictions on state-licensed programs.
Supporters, including Damien Cornwell, say the move validates medical benefits and expands affordability. Businesses can now deduct expenses, a shift that could stabilize the industry.
Opponents like Smart Approaches to Marijuana argue the change skipped legal steps. Meanwhile, federal officials plan hearings on broader marijuana policy, signaling even bigger changes ahead.
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