Federal Reclassification of Marijuana: How It Impacts Drug & Alcohol Policies

In this episode, Miller Johnson employment attorneys Rebecca Strauss and Sarah Willey discuss the federal government's decision to reclassify marijuana from a Schedule I to a Schedule III controlled substance and why that seemingly simple change could have significant implications for employers. Tune in as we explore: • What marijuana's Schedule III classification means under federal law • Why medical marijuana may now trigger ADA accommodation obligations • Managing remote employees and impairment concerns • Policy updates employers should consider now From drug-testing programs and workplace policies to ADA accommodation requests and impairment determinations, this episode explores how employers should rethink their approach to medical marijuana in states where its use is permitted. Rebecca and Sarah break down what has changed, what has not changed, and the practical steps HR leaders should be considering now.