Trump Admin Reclassifies Medical Marijuana, Boosts Texas Cannabis

0:00The Trump administration just shook up federal drug policy by reclassifying state-licensed medical marijuana from schedule 1 to schedule 3. That means it's no longer seen as having zero medical value, like heroin or LSD used to be grouped. Acting U.S. Attorney General signed the order this Thursday morning. This shift doesn't make marijuana legal nationwide, but it clears the path for way more research on its medical perks and lets state approved. Texas snag federal tax deductions they couldn't touch before. Folks in the Texas cannabis scene are breathing easier, saying it wipes out that messy split between state-okay and federal no-go. Critics on the other side, including some Republican senators, argue it's basically a handout to the weed industry. Texas has ramped up its medical program lately, adding more conditions patients can qualify for, and opening extra dispensary statewide. Leaders like the CEO of the biggest provider here call it a huge win. Finally matching federal recognition to what states have been doing.

1:00Now patients won't carry that federal liability shadow anymore, paving smoother access for those who need it medically. This could spark even bigger changes down the line as research ramps up. Local news, powered by AI, this is Dallas News Today, I'm Cory with the Story.