H.R.3184: To clarify any doubts as to the application of Federal controlled substances laws in States where State law authorizes the medical use of marijuana or other drugs.

About This Bill

  • This bill was introduced in the 105th Congress
  • This bill is primarily about government operations and politics
  • Introduced Feb. 11, 1998
  • Latest Major Action March 3, 1998

Bill Summary

Declares that the Controlled Substances Act and the Controlled Substances Import and Export Act apply according to their terms, notwithstanding any State law authorizing the use or distribution, by an individual or group, of marijuana or any controlled substance for medicinal or any other purpose.

(Source: Library of Congress)

Bill Actions

Date Description
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Referred to House Judiciary
Referred to House Commerce
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health and Environment, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Chairman.
Feb. 11, 1998

Introduced in the House by Frank Riggs (R-Calif.)

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