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MI HB5681

Bill

Status

Introduced

5/29/2012

Primary Sponsor

Lesia Liss

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Origin

House of Representatives

96th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Amends Michigan's controlled substances law to reclassify marihuana and synthetic cannabis as Schedule 2 controlled substances when manufactured, obtained, and used in compliance with a new pharmaceutical-grade cannabis program or the Michigan Medical Marihuana Act.

  • Establishes Article 8 to create a regulated system for cultivation, distribution, and sale of "pharmaceutical-grade cannabis" through state-licensed facilities with strict quality standards including testing for THC/CBD levels, microbial contamination, mycotoxins, and heavy metals.

  • Creates an "enhanced pharmaceutical-grade cannabis registration card" system allowing eligible patients with debilitating medical conditions to purchase pharmaceutical-grade cannabis from licensed facilities based on physician certification and compliance with specific usage restrictions.

  • Prohibits pharmaceutical-grade cannabis use while operating vehicles or in schools, correctional facilities, and public places; requires employers not accommodate workplace consumption but prevents retaliation against eligible patient employees exercising their rights under the program.

  • Establishes a pharmaceutical-grade cannabis fund through licensing and registration fees, with the Department of Public Health responsible for administering the program, conducting inspections, and enforcing compliance through license suspension or revocation.

Legislative Description

Controlled substances; marihuana; sale of marihuana through licensed facilities; allow under certain circumstances and regulate the possession and use of marihuana by certain individuals. Amends secs. 7212 & 7214 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.7212 & 333.7214); adds art. 8 & repeals secs. 7335 & 7336 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.7335 & 333.7336).

Controlled substances, schedules

Last Action

Printed Bill Filed 05/30/2012

5/30/2012

Committee Referrals

Judiciary5/29/2012

Full Bill Text

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