Iowa: marijuana laws
Whether marijuana is legal in your state for recreational use, medical use only, low-THC products only, or not at all.
Single detailed source| Legal status | CBD / low-THC only |
|---|---|
| What it means | Only low-THC or CBD products are allowed for certain medical conditions; marijuana itself is illegal. |
Marijuana remains illegal under federal law, although in April 2026 the federal government moved some state-licensed medical marijuana to Schedule III. Driving while impaired is illegal everywhere, and employers may still test and discipline.
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How Iowa compares
8 of 51 states and DC share this answer (CBD / low-THC only): Georgia, Indiana, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Wisconsin, Wyoming.
- Recreational and medical (25)
- Medical only (16)
- CBD / low-THC only (8)
- Not legal (2)
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How we checked this
Status comes from the National Conference of State Legislatures' tracker as published by Pew Research Center (May 2026), matched against FindLaw's 2026 list and updated for the November 2026 ballot results. Last checked: November 12, 2026. Laws change; confirm with the state agency or a licensed professional before acting.
Cross-checked sources agree Checked on official source confirmed on a government, court or legislature site Single detailed source one detailed table built from statutes or official data Under review sources disagree; read the note and the law.