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DE SB90
Bill
Status
6/23/2015
Primary Sponsor
Ernesto Lopez
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AI Summary
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Add intractable epilepsy as a standalone debilitating medical condition qualifying for medical marijuana use in Delaware.
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Define "intractable epilepsy" as a seizure disorder where standard medical treatment does not prevent recurring, uncontrolled seizures or produces harmful side effects.
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Permit patients under 18 years of age to receive medical marijuana registry identification cards if they have intractable epilepsy or chronic/debilitating conditions involving cachexia, wasting syndrome, intractable nausea, or severe muscle spasms, and limit their access to marijuana oil only.
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Allow designated caregivers to be under 21 years of age if they are the parent or legal guardian of a minor qualifying patient.
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Require that physicians treating patients under 18 years of age be pediatric neurologists, pediatric gastroenterologists, pediatric oncologists, or pediatric palliative care specialists.
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Add "medical marijuana oil" to the definition of usable marijuana and establish specifications for cannabidiol oil and THC-A oil formulations.
Legislative Description
An Act To Amend Title 16 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Medical Marijuana.
Last Action
Signed by Governor
6/23/2015