The department clarified its policy in response to efforts elsewhere in the federal government to reclassify marijuana, including state-licensed medical marijuana. In a July 9 memo, Undersecretary of Personnel and Readiness Anthony Tata noted that “this change would not decriminalize marijuana under Federal law.” “These offenses remain punishable under the UCMJ, even if a State or local jurisdiction legalizes the use of recreational marijuana or authorizes the sale of marijuana, including medical marijuana, at State dispensaries.” In April, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche ordered that state-licensed medical marijuana be reclassified to a Schedule III drug. However, the federal government has explored the use of marijuana and other drugs for veterans dealing with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.