Marijuana Rescheduling Update: April 2026

Monthly summary: The rescheduling process remains active but in a legal holding pattern. The DEA confirmed on April 10 that no additional steps have been taken. No completion date has been set. Rescheduling has not been finalized.

DEA April 10 Status Filing

On April 10, 2026, the DEA filed its required 90-day status update confirming that the matter remains pending and that no additional steps relating to the proposed rescheduling have been taken. The next mandatory status update is due in approximately 90 days. ALJ hearing proceedings remain paused since January 13, 2025, pending resolution of an interlocutory appeal.

What This Means for Patients

  • Rescheduling has not been finalized. Marijuana remains Schedule I under federal law.
  • All 41 state medical marijuana programs continue operating as normal.
  • If you need medical cannabis, do not wait — access your state's program now.
  • The most immediate patient benefit on the horizon is Section 280E tax removal, which will lower dispensary prices once the final rule takes effect.