Subject: Declaration Of Medical Cannabis Health Emergency From: Office Of The Council President Recommendation: Adopt A Resolution Renewing The City Council's Declaration Of A Local Public Health Emergency With Respect To Safe, Affordable Access To Medical Cannabis In The City Of Oakland

This resolution renews the City Council's declaration of a local public health emergency concerning safe and affordable access to medical cannabis in Oakland. The declaration highlights the historical context, including Proposition 215, the establishment of the Oakland Cannabis Buyers' Cooperative, and federal challenges to medical cannabis distribution. It notes ongoing federal conflicts, such as the DEA's threats to dispensaries and efforts to seize properties, which continue to impede access for seriously ill residents. The resolution urges the federal government to cease actions that obstruct access and calls for hearings to consider rescheduling marijuana from a Schedule 1 controlled substance.

This action reaffirms the city's support for safe and affordable access to medical cannabis for residents suffering from serious illnesses. It signals continued advocacy for federal policy changes that align with state medical cannabis laws.

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