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Alabama Health Officials Withdraw Objection to Marijuana Rescheduling in Line With Federal Policy Shift

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Alabama Health Officials Withdraw Objection to Marijuana Rescheduling in Line With Federal Policy Shift
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Alabama's Department of Public Health has withdrawn its objection to federal marijuana rescheduling, aligning with the Trump administration's policy direction. The move comes after a July public hearing and is characterized as procedural by officials. This development is significant as Alabama already operates a medical marijuana program despite cannabis remaining Schedule I at the state level. The rescheduling could facilitate improved research opportunities and patient access to cannabis-based treatments for qualifying conditions.

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