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MS HB119

Bill

Status

Passed

4/9/2021

Primary Sponsor

Jerry Turner

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Origin

House of Representatives

2021 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the repeal date of Harper Grace's Law from July 1, 2021 to July 1, 2024, allowing continued research and medical use of CBD oil in Mississippi

  • CBD solution may be dispensed by the University of Mississippi Medical Center Pharmacy for patients with debilitating epileptic conditions or related illnesses when ordered by a physician

  • Only the National Center for Natural Products Research at the University of Mississippi and Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment Station at Mississippi State University are authorized to produce cannabis plants for CBD research

  • Provides an affirmative defense against marijuana possession charges for patients or their parents/guardians who possess CBD solution pursuant to a physician's order for treatment of epileptic conditions

  • Prohibits child removal proceedings based solely on authorized CBD solution possession and protects state employees involved in CBD research from prosecution

Legislative Description

Harper's Grace Law; extend repealer on authority to research and dispense cannabidiol (CBD oil) for medical purposes.

Last Action

Approved by Governor

4/9/2021

Committee Referrals

Public Health and Welfare2/18/2021
Judiciary B1/8/2021

Full Bill Text

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