HB 2765
Relating to certification of a patient’s eligibility for medical cannabis
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill amends West Virginia’s Medical Cannabis Act to clarify the process for patient certification for medical cannabis use. It specifically addresses the qualifications for patients to receive certification, including defining ‘certified medical use’ and ‘continuing care.’ The bill also clarifies definitions related to the medical cannabis program, such as ‘serious medical condition’ and ‘controlling interest,’ and establishes requirements for growers, processors, and dispensaries.
Key provisions
- Defines ‘certified medical use’ as the use of medical cannabis as part of the treatment of a serious medical condition, authorized by a certification.
- Revises eligibility qualifications for patients to receive medical cannabis, including specifying conditions that qualify as ‘serious medical conditions.’
- Clarifies the definition of ‘continuing care’ as ongoing treatment by a physician with a full assessment of the patient’s medical history.
- Defines ‘controlling interest’ for both publicly and privately held entities.
- Updates definitions related to key medical cannabis program participants, including grower/processor, dispensary, and permit.
Who is affected
- Patients with serious medical conditions
- Physicians and practitioners
- The Bureau for Public Health
- Medical cannabis businesses (growers, processors, dispensaries)
- Caregivers
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