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IN HB1450
Bill
Status
1/22/2015
Primary Sponsor
Steven Davisson
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AI Summary
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Requires the state seed commissioner to apply for a federal waiver to designate an Indiana area for growing hemp to produce medical hemp oil.
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Defines hemp extract as cannabis extract containing less than 0.3% tetrahydrocannabinol and at least 10% cannabidiol with no other psychoactive substances.
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Allows individuals diagnosed with seizures, Parkinson's disease, post-traumatic stress disorder, or other incurable conditions to possess and use hemp extract if registered with the Indiana compassionate use registry and holding a physician referral.
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Establishes a secure electronic compassionate use registry operated by the state department to register physicians, patients, and caregivers, with registry cards valid for one year; initial registration fee capped at $50 and renewal fee at $25.
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Provides immunity from prosecution, discipline, and civil liability for physicians who approve or recommend hemp extract treatment, and exempts registered hemp extract users from criminal penalties for possession, manufacturing, or delivery.
Legislative Description
Medical use of hemp extract and compassionate use registry. Requires the state seed commissioner to apply to the federal government to select an area in Indiana in which to grow hemp for the production of medical hemp oil. Allows the possession of hemp extract for the treatment of specified medical conditions if referred by a treating physician. Establishes the compassionate use registry for the registration of physicians, patients, and caregivers for the possession of hemp extract for medical treatment and sets forth requirements. Provides immunity to physicians who recommend hemp extract treatment for patients. Provides for exemption from criminal penalties
Last Action
First Reading: referred to Committee on Rules and Legislative Procedures
1/22/2015