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ND HB1156
Bill
Status
4/12/2017
Primary Sponsor
George Keiser
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AI Summary
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Amends North Dakota Century Code to define "medical marijuana" as cannabis plant parts, seeds, resin, and derivatives used as physician-recommended medicine or herbal therapy, excluding FDA-approved drug products.
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Prohibits the Workforce Safety and Insurance organization from paying benefits for medical marijuana as a covered treatment under workers' compensation.
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Prohibits payment of wage loss benefits if the wage loss is related to the use or presence of medical marijuana.
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Clarifies that the organization cannot pay for various non-medical items including personal hygiene products, non-orthopedic clothing, most furniture, vitamins, weight loss aids, gym memberships, and massage services unless specifically ordered.
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Applies all provisions to all claims regardless of injury date.
Legislative Description
The definition of medical marijuana and prohibiting the payment of workers' compensation benefits for medical marijuana; and to provide for application.
Last Action
Signed by Governor 04/10
4/12/2017