Senate Committee approves the DOOBIE Act, prohibiting federal employment use of past marijuana as a reason to deny clearances.
The Senate Committee has approved the DOOBIE Act, which prohibits federal agencies from using past marijuana use as a reason to deny employment or security clearances. Sponsored by Senator Gary Peters, the bill aligns federal hiring practices with changing societal views on cannabis. Meanwhile, the Czech Republic is moving toward legalization, and Arkansas shows growing support for expanding medical marijuana. Additionally, a new act aims to strengthen drug enforcement resources.
September 18, 2024
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