The Coalition for Cannabinoid Policy, Education, and Regulation (CPEAR) is a Washington, D.C.-based advocacy coalition that promotes a comprehensive federal regulatory framework for cannabis and cannabinoids. It presents itself as a science-driven resource for lawmakers focused on consumer protection, public health and safety, prevention of underage use, social equity, and responsible market regulation.
Federal cannabis and cannabinoid regulation, hemp and intoxicating hemp policy, public health and safety standards, youth prevention, consumer protection, social equity in cannabis markets, illicit market reduction, workplace testing, and expanded research and patient access.
Primarily supported by coalition membership and contributions from regulated industries and affiliated stakeholders; public filings and launch materials indicate business and association members, including major consumer and beverage companies.
Co-chairs and public figures associated with the coalition have included former Senator Tom Daschle and former Representative Greg Walden; executive director Shanita Penny; Center of Excellence participants have included experts affiliated with R Street Institute, Brookings Institution, National Conference of State Legislatures, McLean Hospital/Harvard Medical School, University of Maryland, and the Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility.
501(c)(4) nonprofit organization
