HI HB985

Creates the Office of Medical Cannabis Control and Regulation to oversee medical cannabis licensing, cultivation, distribution, and sales in the state.

Establishes licensing requirements and regulatory standards for medical cannabis businesses, including growers, processors, retailers, and testing facilities.

Implements a regulatory framework for patient eligibility, physician recommendations, and patient registry systems for medical cannabis access.

Authorizes the office to collect application fees and licensing fees from cannabis businesses to fund regulatory operations.

Specifies enforcement mechanisms and penalties for violations of medical cannabis regulations and unlicensed operations.