URGING THE GOVERNOR TO REHARMONIZE THE FEDERAL AND STATE REGULATION OF CANNABIS IN HAWAII BY OBTAINING A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE EXCEPTION FOR REGISTERED MEDICAL CANNABIS PATIENTS AND REGISTRATION WAIVERS FOR STATE-LICENSED MEDICAL CANNABIS DISPENSARIES FROM THE DRUG ENFORCEMENT ADMINISTRATION.
Referred to HLT, JHA, referral sheet 19
Summary
The concurrent resolution asks the governor to pursue a federal controlled‑substance exception for registered medical cannabis patients and registration waivers for state‑licensed dispensaries. It aims to align Hawaii’s medical cannabis program with federal law and reduce legal risks for patients and businesses. The measure also requests the governor to report progress to the legislature.
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