MORE Act Gains Momentum: Descheduling Bill Hits 72 Sponsors in the House
MORE Act Gains Momentum: Descheduling Bill Hits 72 Sponsors in the House
New York City, May 2026 – The push for real federal cannabis reform is heating up. The Marijuana Opportunity Reinvestment and Expungement (MORE) Act just added two new sponsors, bringing the total to 72 in the U.S. House. This landmark bill would fully deschedule cannabis nationwide, strike it from the Controlled Substances Act, create a federal process for expunging non-violent marijuana convictions, and open the door for resentencing. It’s the most comprehensive reform package currently moving through Congress.
What the MORE Act Would Deliver
- Full Descheduling: Remove cannabis from the CSA entirely — clearing the path for banking, legitimate research, interstate commerce, and an end to the Schedule I stigma.
- Expungement & Resentencing: Automatic record clearing for many federal cannabis offenses and a pathway to reduce or vacate sentences for those still locked up.
- Social Equity & Reinvestment: Direct tax revenue into communities hardest hit by the War on Drugs.
- Research & Access: Lift barriers to scientific study and expand medical access, including for veterans.
Why This Momentum Matters Right Now
With 72 co-sponsors (and growing bipartisan whispers), the MORE Act is building real traction at a critical time. States continue to legalize while federal rules lag behind, creating chaos for businesses, consumers, and justice. Every new sponsor strengthens the signal that Congress is finally catching up to public opinion and state-level reality.
Final Verdict: 8.8/10 This is meaningful forward movement toward ending federal prohibition and delivering justice. While it still faces tough odds in a divided Congress, the rising sponsor count shows the Overton window is shifting. Descheduling + expungement would be a game-changer for the entire industry and millions impacted by outdated laws.
Pro tip for The Stoner Review readers: Contact your House rep today and push them to co-sponsor the MORE Act. Follow the bill closely — federal reform often builds exactly like this. In the meantime, keep supporting responsible state programs and local advocacy while we fight for nationwide sanity.
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