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Federal government reclassifies medical marijuana: what does it mean for Puerto Rico?

The determination could reignite the debate on the legalization of cannabis for recreational use, as well as set in motion the revision of existing legislation and regulations

April 24, 2026 - 7:26 AM

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At least two dozen states also admit its recreational use, despite the fact that, at the federal level, marijuana has been a banned substance since 1937. (Agencia EFE)

By Manuel Guillama Capella

Periodista de Noticiasmanuel.guillama@gfrmedia.com

While the federal reclassification of medical marijuana as a less dangerous drug does not automatically alter the legal framework in Puerto Rico - where, since 2017, it has been recognized by law for therapeutic use - the change promoted by the Donald Trump could push the local conversation toward legalizing recreational consumption in adults, as suggested by a market analysis that the Department of Health released a week ago.