Drug Testing: Issues and Challenges in 2025
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Cagney, Tamara
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This is a strong presentation about Drug Testing, particularly in the California Region, although other states were included in a general sense.
One of the main topics was Marijuana Regulation: The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is considering rescheduling cannabis from a Schedule I to a Schedule III drug. This shift could have significant implications for the cannabis industry, potentially changing the regulatory landscape, impacting research, and affecting businesses in various ways. Cannabis is currently classified as a Schedule I substance under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). This means it is considered to have no accepted medical use and a high potential for abuse. Schedule I drugs also face strict regulations that hinder medical research and commercial development. However, the DEA’s consideration of rescheduling reflects growing public opinion on cannabis and mounting scientific evidence supporting its medical benefits.