Bill > H0555

This bill modifies Florida's medical marijuana use registry identification card regulations by changing the renewal period from annually to biennially (every two years) and introducing a fee waiver for honorably discharged veterans. Specifically, the bill requires that medical marijuana identification cards now be renewed every two years instead of every year, and mandates that the Department of Health cannot charge any fees for issuing, replacing, or renewing an identification card for a veteran who includes their DD-214 form (a military discharge document) with their application. The identification cards must still contain key information such as the patient's or caregiver's name, address, date of birth, photograph, unique registry identifier, and expiration date. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, providing time for the Department of Health to implement these changes. The primary goals appear to be reducing administrative burden for veterans and simplifying the card renewal process for medical marijuana patients in Florida.

Health and Social Services

Health Professions & Programs Subcommittee (H)

https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2025/555