John, remember this?

The actions President Biden took in 2022 to advocate for and push forward marijuana reform made him the most pro-cannabis president in American history. By issuing pardons for those who were charged with marijuana possession under federal law, the Biden administration has taken a step in the right direction when it comes to sensible drug laws.

However, the Department of Justice took five months to develop a long application that each individual who qualifies will have to fill out. In a recent post, the Department of Justice said that it expects it could take up to two and a half hours to complete and submit “research, phone calls, and conversations with necessary personnel to attain the appropriate documentation.”

That’s an unnecessary and unacceptable barrier — Attorney General Merrick Garland should instead automate this system to ensure people receive access and relief.

Sign your name today to tell Attorney General Merrick Garland and the Department of Justice to AUTOMATE pardons for cannabis possession.

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As President Biden said “Too many lives have been upended because of our failed approach to marijuana. It’s time that we right these wrongs.”

Thank you,

LeftNet