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Introduced
09/11/2023
09/11/2023
In Committee
04/18/2024
04/18/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
Further defining eligibility for medical use marijuana
AI Summary
This bill aims to further define eligibility for medical use of marijuana in Massachusetts. It amends the state's existing law by expanding the definition of "debilitating medical condition" to include additional conditions such as opioid use disorder and other conditions determined by a patient's healthcare professional. The bill also modifies the definition of "qualifying patient" to include veterans receiving care at a federal Veterans Administration facility who can provide documentation of a debilitating medical condition.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services
Sponsors (4)
Other Sponsors (1)
Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy (Joint)
Last Action
No further action taken (on 12/31/2024)
Bill Topics
Defense
- ‐ Veterans Affairs
Health
- ‐ Regulation of Drug Industry and Pharmacies
- ‐ Treatment of Specific Diseases
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H4087 | 09/11/2023 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H4087.pdf | 09/11/2023 |
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