U.S. legalization

U.S. legalization typically refers to the process of removing legal prohibitions against a substance, activity, or status. When something is legalized, it means it becomes officially permitted under federal or state law. For example, cannabis legalization allows adults to possess and use marijuana legally, with regulations. Legalization can regulate and control the activity, aiming to reduce illegal markets, promote safety, and generate tax revenue. It usually involves legislative action followed by implementation of rules and enforcement. Overall, legalization shifts a substance or activity from being illegal to legally permissible within established parameters.