Marijuana Justice Act, Make Weed Legal At Federal Level

Booker’s proposed legislation seeks to change the consequences of this imbalance as well: It would expunge crimes at the federal level related to the use and possession of marijuana; allow those currently serving time in federal prison for marijuana-related crimes to ask the court for a re-sentencing; and create a reinvestment fund to help communities impacted by the War on Drugs, while funding programs such as job training, health education, youth opportunities, and reentry services.

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