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Introduced
04/15/2021
04/15/2021
In Committee
04/15/2021
04/15/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023
01/03/2023
Introduced Session
117th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To allow veterans to use, possess, or transport medical mari- juana and to discuss the use of medical marijuana with a physician of the Department of Veterans Affairs as authorized by a State or Indian Tribe, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, titled the "Veterans Medical Marijuana Safe Harbor Act," aims to allow veterans to use, possess, or transport medical marijuana, and to discuss the use of medical marijuana with a Department of Veterans Affairs physician, as authorized by the laws of their state or Indian tribe. The bill also requires the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to conduct studies on the effects of medical marijuana on veterans in pain and the relationship between state-approved medical marijuana programs and a reduction in opioid use and abuse among veterans. The safe harbor provision would be in effect for five years after the bill's enactment.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (11)
Brian Schatz (D)*,
Cory Booker (D),
Tim Kaine (D),
Mark Kelly (D),
Amy Klobuchar (D),
Jeff Merkley (D),
Alex Padilla (D),
Gary Peters (D),
Jacky Rosen (D),
Bernie Sanders (I),
Ron Wyden (D),
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (on 04/15/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/senate-bill/1183/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/s1183/BILLS-117s1183is.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/s1183/BILLS-117s1183is.pdf.pdf |
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