SB 1472 Summary

• Adds "autism spectrum disorder" to the list of debilitating medical conditions qualifying patients for medical marijuana treatment under Arizona's medical marijuana program.

• Clarifies that "autism spectrum disorder" or its treatment qualifies as a debilitating medical condition alongside existing conditions like cancer, glaucoma, HIV/AIDS, hepatitis C, ALS, Crohn's disease, and Alzheimer's disease agitation.

• Requires a three-fourths affirmative vote of both houses of the legislature for the amendment to become effective, as mandated by Arizona Constitution Article IV, Part 1, Section 1.