An Act relative to cannabis for Medicare eligible patients
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes to allow Medicare eligible patients in Massachusetts to access cannabis for medical purposes. It aims to expand access to cannabis for individuals covered by Medicare, potentially offering a new treatment option for certain conditions. The bill was referred to the Committee on Financial Services and subsequently concurred by the Senate. It is currently awaiting a hearing.
Key provisions
- Allows Medicare eligible patients to access cannabis.
- Specifies conditions under which cannabis access may be granted.
- Addresses regulations and oversight related to cannabis for Medicare recipients.
- Requires the Department of Public Health to study the implementation of this program.
Who is affected
- Medicare eligible patients in Massachusetts
- The Department of Public Health
- Cannabis dispensaries
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Sponsors
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
David M. Rogers
Cosponsor
David M. Rogers
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