Bill > SB2294

This bill makes several key changes to North Dakota's medical marijuana regulations. It modifies the definition of "allowable amount of usable marijuana" by establishing new possession limits for medical marijuana patients, including a new limit of 500 milligrams for cannabinoid edible products. The bill redefines the bona fide provider-patient relationship by removing the requirement for an in-person medical evaluation, allowing for more flexible healthcare provider interactions. It also narrowly defines cannabinoid edible products as soft or hard lozenges in a square geometric shape, with strict THC concentration limits of 5 milligrams per serving and 50 milligrams per package. The bill introduces a new provision for nonresident medical marijuana patients, allowing them to obtain a temporary 60-day registry identification card by submitting their out-of-state medical marijuana card. Additionally, the legislation extends registry identification card validity from one to two years, increases the application fee from $25 to $40, and adds provisions for compassion centers to request information from the department for business operations. These changes aim to provide more flexibility for patients and medical providers while maintaining regulatory oversight of medical marijuana use in North Dakota.

Government Affairs

https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo2294.html