Marijuana Tax Act 1937

Overview

In the United States, the 1937 Marijuana Tax Act, Pub. 238, 75th Congress, 50 Stat. 551 (August 2, 1937), was a significant bill on the path that led to the criminalization of cannabis. It was introduced to U.S. Congress by "Drug Czar" Harry Anslinger, then Commissioner of the Federal Bureau of Narcotics. Federal criminal offense to possess, produce, or dispense hemp. Prohibited for non medical use in California (1915), and Texas (1919).

References

Marijuana Tax Act of 1937 - Wikipedia

Full Text of the Marihuana Tax Act as passed in 1937 - Drug Library