Policy Watch: 20 Regulatory Updates — June 21, 2026
This Policy Watch covers schedules of controlled substances placement June 2026 updates with 20 key regulatory items. The DEA's recent actions focus on synthetic cannabinoids and other substances. These changes affect clinical relevance and regulatory…
Policy Watch: 20 Regulatory Updates — June 19, 2026
This update covers the DEA Schedule I synthetic cannabinoids control update as of June 19, 2026. It details regulatory actions impacting synthetic cannabinoids and related substances. The report informs clinical practice and legal considerations.
Schedules of Controlled Substances: Placement of CUMYL-PEGACLONE in Schedule I
The DEA synthetic cannabinoids Schedule I placement 2026 update includes cumyl-pegaclone, a synthetic cannabinoid now classified under Schedule I. This reflects regulatory efforts to control emerging psychoactive substances with high abuse potential.…
Schedules of Controlled Substances: Temporary Placement of 2-Fluorodeschloroketamine in Schedule I
The DEA has enacted synthetic ketamine analog regulation by temporarily placing 2-fluorodeschloroketamine in Schedule I. This action highlights the challenges of controlling emerging designer drugs. Clinicians should monitor these regulatory changes…
Schedules of Controlled Substances: Placement of Clonazolam, Diclazepam, Etizolam, Flualprazolam, and Flubromazolam in Schedule I
The DEA scheduling benzodiazepine analogs in Schedule I addresses the abuse potential of synthetic benzodiazepines. These substances pose significant clinical risks and regulatory challenges. Clinicians should be vigilant for exposure to these…
Temporary Scheduling of Bromazolam and Novel Benzodiazepines
The temporary scheduling of novel benzodiazepines such as bromazolam reflects regulatory efforts to address emerging abuse risks. This update highlights clinical toxicology concerns and enforcement under the Controlled Substances Act. Clinicians should…
DEA Update on Diphenidine Scheduling in Controlled Substances Act
The DEA scheduling diphenidine update reflects its placement in Schedule I due to high abuse potential and no accepted medical use. This regulatory action highlights challenges in controlling novel synthetic dissociatives. Clinicians should stay informed…
What the 2026 DOJ Rescheduling Order Means in Practice
On April 23, 2026, the U.S. DOJ moved state-licensed medical cannabis to Schedule III, the first federal acknowledgment of accepted medical value in 55 years. Dr. Caplan breaks down what actually changed for patients, physicians, and the research…
Appeal Court Upholds Stay in THC-Impaired Driving Charge in Saskatoon
THC impaired driving legal challenges remain complex due to forensic limitations in measuring impairment. The Saskatchewan appeal court upheld a stay of charges in a fatal THC-impaired driving case. This highlights ongoing difficulties in using THC blood…
Georgia Lawmakers Pass Bill To Expand Medical Marijuana Access, Sending It To Governor’s Desk
The Georgia medical cannabis expansion bill recently passed by lawmakers aims to improve patient access to regulated cannabis products. This legislation could enhance clinical oversight and broaden qualifying conditions. Patients and clinicians should…