GOP Congressman Celebrates Cannabis Remaining in Schedule I

The cannabis landscape is a mix of frustration and progress right now. While Maryland Representative Andy Harris is catching heat for gloating about federal rescheduling delays—even suggesting it should take decades—the states are moving full steam ahead. Virginia is finally seeing some movement, with both the House and Senate giving the nod to bills that would kickstart recreational sales. Meanwhile, New Hampshire is opening doors for patients by passing a medical psilocybin bill, and Nebraska candidates are stepping up to protect local medical laws from federal meddling.

For everyday tokers, these headlines are a reminder that while some federal officials are still playing gatekeeper, the real change is happening in our backyards. Virginia’s move toward a legal retail market is a massive win for accessibility and safety in the Mid-Atlantic. These state-level victories prove that the community's voice is louder than the stalling tactics in D.C., ensuring that more people can access the plants and medicine they need without legal fear.