Bill > SB0341

This bill establishes a comprehensive medical cannabis program in Indiana, effective July 1, 2025, contingent on marijuana's federal reclassification. The legislation creates an Indiana Cannabis Commission (ICC) to regulate medical cannabis, defines a robust framework for patient certification, and establishes detailed rules for cannabis organizations including growers, processors, retailers, and testing laboratories. Key provisions include allowing patients with specific serious medical conditions to access medical cannabis through physician certification, implementing strict tracking and security requirements for cannabis production and distribution, and creating a licensing system with specific permit fees and regulations. The bill also amends existing laws related to driving under the influence, paraphernalia possession, and drug offenses to accommodate medical cannabis use. Patients must have a qualifying medical condition, obtain physician certification, and follow strict guidelines about possession, use, and transportation of cannabis. The ICC will oversee the program, issue permits, conduct research, and ensure compliance through comprehensive regulations and potential civil penalties. The bill aims to create a tightly controlled medical cannabis system that prioritizes patient safety, medical oversight, and regulatory transparency.

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https://iga.in.gov/legislative/2025/bills/senate/341/details