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Weekly Legislative Roundup 5/24/19

NORML

Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup! Governor Jared Polis (D) of Colorado signed legislation into law that allows physicians to recommend medical cannabis for any condition for which an opiate would otherwise be prescribed. California. CA resident?

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Tennessee Expands (Minimally) Medical Marijuana Law and Establishes Cannabis Commission

Cannabis Law Report

Tennessee recently enacted a minimal expansion of its medical marijuana law. The law took effect May 27, 2021, and it slightly enlarges the medical conditions for which persons may possess a very limited amount of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). Epilepsy or seizures. of THC: Alzheimer’s disease. Sickle cell disease.

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Louisiana Expands State Medical Marijuana Program

MassRoots

Only two facilities are allowed to cultivate medical cannabis for the entire state, and only nine pharmacies are licensed to distribute it to patients. Previously, the number of physicians that were allowed to recommend medical marijuana therapy was limited and so were the conditions that would qualify a person for the program.

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MMJ Laws In Texas: Your Complete Guide

MMJ Recs

Enacted in 2015, the program was designed to provide a narrow avenue for patients suffering from qualifying conditions to access low-THC cannabis under the supervision of qualified healthcare professionals. Current Texas Medical Marijuana Regulations CBD laws in Texas are governed by the Compassionate Use Program.

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The Legal Landscape: Understanding the Current Status of Medical Marijuana in Texas

MMJ Recs

In Texas, a traditionally conservative state, the journey toward embracing medical marijuana has been marked by legal nuances and ongoing discussions. Texas Medical Marijuana Laws A Historical Perspective: Texas has historically maintained stringent stances on marijuana, both for medical and recreational use.

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Ohio Medical Marijuana Laws Demystified: State Regulations Explained

MMJ Recs

In this blog, we’re looking at Ohio’s medical marijuana regulations , how to obtain a medical marijuana card, qualifying conditions, dispensaries, patient rights, caregiver requirements, doctor recommendations, possession limits, the application process, and recent updates in the laws.

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High Hopes on 4/20: The Current Status of Cannabis Laws in Texas

Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

[iii] The Act was originally intended for patients with intractable epilepsy and was expanded in 2019 and 2021 to include other physical and mental illnesses (cancer, multiple sclerosis, post-traumatic stress disorder). [iv] iv] Texas State Law Library – Cannabis and the Law – [link]. [v] Specifically, H.B. viii] Id. [ix]

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