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HR 130

REQUESTING THE UNITED STATES CONGRESS TO REMOVE CANNABIS FROM THE FEDERAL CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES ACT, PROVIDE SUPPORT TO STATES THAT ARE CLEARING DEFENDANTS' RECORDS OF CANNABIS OFFENSES, AND FACILITATE ACCESS TO THE FULL SPECTRUM OF BANKING SERVICES FOR CANNABIS-RELATED BUSINESSES.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Terez Amato and 5 co-sponsors

Hawaii resolution urges Congress to deschedule cannabis, fund state record-clearing for cannabis convictions, and grant banking access to legal cannabis businesses nationwide.

Referred to JHA, CPC, referral sheet 19
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Bill Summary · HR 130

Legislative bill overview

HR 130 is a resolution requesting Congress to remove cannabis from Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act, provide federal support for states clearing cannabis-related criminal records, and enable banking services for legal cannabis businesses. The bill does not directly legalize cannabis but urges federal action on three interconnected policy areas that currently create practical barriers for states with legal cannabis markets.

Why is this important

Cannabis remains federally illegal despite legalization in numerous states, creating a patchwork system where state-legal businesses cannot access traditional banking, creating safety and tax compliance issues. Additionally, individuals with prior cannabis convictions face ongoing barriers to employment and housing even in states where cannabis is now legal. This resolution addresses real economic and social consequences of federal-state misalignment on drug policy.

Potential points of contention

  • Federal authority concerns: Some argue Congress should not remove drugs from CSA scheduling based on state preferences alone, while others contend current scheduling ignores evolving evidence and state autonomy
  • Criminal justice scope creep: Opponents may worry that automatic record-clearing could be applied too broadly, while supporters argue targeted cannabis conviction relief addresses disproportionate enforcement
  • Banking industry risk: Banks remain hesitant even with policy changes due to remaining federal liability; critics question whether banking access alone solves the underlying federal illegality problem, and whether it benefits only large operators

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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