VA memo reminds staffers they can be fired for marijuana useThe message comes as advocates lobby VA to ease its stance against research and prescription of the drug.By Leo Shane III4 years ago
Lawmakers want more VA research into medical marijuana, but lack agreement on path aheadHouse members are reviewing separate bills both aimed at forcing administration officials to study the illegal substance for medical purposes.By Leo Shane III5 years ago
VA says Justice Department crackdown on marijuana won’t hit veteransVA officials say policies encouraging veterans to talk honestly about marijuana use with doctors won't make the information available for prosecutors.By Leo Shane III6 years ago
House rejects plan to let VA doctors talk about marijuanaHouse Republicans leaders on Wednesday ended marijuana supporters hopes for a floor debate on allowing veterans to talk about using cannabis to treat a variety of ailments with their Veterans Affairs doctors.By Leo Shane III6 years ago