HB 6022 Summary

• Prohibits primary caregivers from cultivating marihuana on residentially zoned property unless permitted by local ordinance.

• Clarifies that qualifying patients and primary caregivers with valid registry cards cannot be arrested, prosecuted, or denied rights/privileges for medical marihuana use within statutory limits.

• Allows primary caregivers to receive compensation for costs associated with assisting registered qualifying patients with medical marihuana.

• Protects physicians from arrest, prosecution, or professional licensing board sanctions for providing written certifications for medical marihuana in bona fide physician-patient relationships.

• Establishes penalties including felony charges and fines up to $2,000 for registered patients or caregivers who illegally sell marihuana to unqualified individuals.