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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
04/11/2024
04/11/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to establish a pilot program for veterans to use medical marijuana to treat medical conditions that are currently being treated with opioid-based medicine and combat opioid use disorder. Cannabis Policy.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a medical marijuana pilot program for veterans in Massachusetts to use medical marijuana to treat medical conditions currently treated with opioid-based medicine and combat opioid use disorder. The program, known as the Crosby Project, has three phases: Phase 1 involves research and program development, Phase 2 launches the pilot program at a veterans' health and wellness center in or near Boston, and Phase 3 evaluates the pilot program results and develops a statewide civilian program. The Department of Public Health is responsible for implementing the program and must submit a report on its research findings and program outline by December 31, 2024.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
No further action taken (on 12/31/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H122 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H122.pdf |
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