Bill > A4505

This bill requires workers' compensation and personal injury protection (PIP) insurance coverage for the medical use of marijuana under certain circumstances. Specifically, the bill mandates that workers' compensation and PIP benefits must include coverage for the costs associated with medical marijuana use, provided that the insured or employee is a qualifying patient authorized for medical marijuana and has tried at least one other medication or treatment that was unsuccessful in treating their debilitating medical condition. The bill also notes that scientific evidence indicates medical marijuana has significant therapeutic value, and that providing insurance coverage for it may lead to decreased prescription opioid abuse and lower costs for insurers.

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