AZ HB2902

Removes the November 1, 2020 effective date for marijuana testing requirements, making testing of marijuana and marijuana products for contaminants and potency an ongoing requirement before dispensaries sell to patients.

Authorizes the Department of Health Services to conduct proficiency testing of independent third-party laboratories and marijuana testing facilities through December 31, 2022, with mandatory proficiency testing beginning January 1, 2023.

Allows the Department to contract with accredited laboratories to conduct proficiency testing and permits remediation through civil penalties, suspension, or revocation of certifications or licenses for non-compliant laboratories.

Authorizes the director to use medical marijuana fund monies to contract for proficiency testing services and requires annual reporting to the joint legislative budget committee on expenditures made for these purposes.

Requires an affirmative vote of at least three-fourths of each house of the legislature for the amendments to sections 36-2803 and 36-2817 to become effective.