2023 Trends: Legalization of Recreational Marijuana and Therapeutic Psychedelics

Abstract

Three more states legalized adult recreational marijuana use in 2022, and it may only be a matter of time before such use is legal across the country. Also growing in acceptance is the use of therapeutic psychedelics, such as psilocybin. Two states have legalized their use, some cities have decriminalized their use and more states may adopt laws legalizing them in the future. But while use of these drugs may be legal, employers still do not have to permit employees under their influence to work. This article discusses how these laws are causing change in the workplace.