"Federal Employment Opportunities Open Up for Marijuana Consumers with Bipartisan Bill"

A bipartisan bill, the Cannabis Users Restoration of Eligibility Act, has been introduced in Congress to change a law that automatically disqualifies candidates who admit to using cannabis from federal employment. Despite the legalization of recreational marijuana in many states, individuals who have consumed cannabis have been barred from federal jobs. The proposed bill aims to eliminate this restriction and allow past or current marijuana use to be disregarded when considering security clearance or suitability for federal employment. It also provides an opportunity for those previously denied clearance or job opportunities due to marijuana use to have their cases reviewed. The bill treats marijuana like alcohol, allowing consequences for using it during work, and requires federal agencies to create a process for reviewing past decisions related to cannabis use.