Long-Shot Pot Decriminalization Bill Introduced in Senate

Senate Democrats introduced a bill Thursday that would federally decriminalize, regulate and impose taxes on cannabis products.

Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Senators Cory Booker of New Jersey and Ron Wyden of Oregon, the sponsors, revised the measure, which faces significant obstacles in the chamber, after circulating a draft version last year and receiving feedback from Senate committees.

Schumer said Thursday that views on legalizing cannabis have changed dramatically and about 90% of Americans live in a state that has legalized it.

“It is time that Congress catches up with the rest of the country,” he said on the floor. ...