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AZ SB1640

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/9/2026

Primary Sponsor

Kevin Payne

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Origin

Senate

Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)

AI Summary

  • Adds post-traumatic stress disorder, autism spectrum disorder (when diagnosed by a licensed physician or psychologist), and uterine fibroids, endometriosis, and ovarian cysts to the list of qualifying debilitating medical conditions for medical marijuana use in Arizona.

  • Removes the prohibition on physicians conducting telehealth examinations for the purpose of issuing written certifications for medical marijuana.

  • Establishes provisions for independent third-party laboratories to test marijuana cultivated for medical use, including certification requirements and agent registration.

  • Requires the Department of Health Services to adopt rules for handling complaints against physicians who issue written certifications for medical marijuana, including investigation procedures and potential disciplinary actions.

  • Amends naturopathic physician licensing requirements to specify that naturopathic medicine is practiced by individuals who hold degrees and are licensed under the relevant chapter.

Legislative Description

Marijuana; qualifying illnesses; testing; complaints

Last Action

Senate read second time

2/10/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules2/9/2026
Health and Human Services2/9/2026

Full Bill Text

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