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The Two-Hat Model in 2026: A Plain-Language Walkthrough for Veterans Considering Medical Cannabis

If you’re a veteran considering state-legal medical cannabis, the two-hat model is the structure you’ll most likely encounter. It’s the way an osteopathic physician (DO) can serve you in two different lanes without violating federal law, state law, or VA policy. With the April 2026 federal cannabis policy shift and

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The Two-Hat Model in 2026: A Plain-Language Walkthrough for Veterans Considering Medical Cannabis

If you’re a veteran considering state-legal medical cannabis, the two-hat model is the structure you’ll most likely encounter. It’s the.....

The Veterans Equal Access Act in 2026: What’s Pending, What’s Not, and What It Would Actually Do

Among the most consequential pieces of legislation for veterans interested in medical cannabis is the Veterans Equal Access Act, championed.....

VA’s New Yearlong Community Care Authorizations: What This Means for Veterans Using DOs and Specialty Care

In August 2025, the VA announced that 30 standardized community care services would now carry full 12-month authorizations instead of.....

DEA Moved State-Licensed Medical Cannabis to Schedule III: What This Actually Changes for Veterans

On April 23, 2026, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche signed an order placing two categories of marijuana into Schedule III.....

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