HI SCR151

Requests the Departments of Health and Public Safety to evaluate reclassifying cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III at the state level.

Cites that Hawaii and at least 28 other states plus U.S. territories have authorized medical cannabis use, indicating accepted medical use within the United States.

Notes that Schedule I classification impedes medical and scientific research on cannabis.

Requires the departments to report their findings and likely effects of reclassification to the Legislature by December 31, 2018.

Argues that Schedule III classification would make cannabis more available for research and medical use while maintaining drug regulation.