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OK HB2835

Bill

Status

Passed

5/16/2016

Primary Sponsor

Jon Echols

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Origin

House of Representatives

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Removes the age restriction (previously 18 years or younger) for patients who can legally use cannabidiol (CBD) for treatment of severe epilepsy, spasticity due to multiple sclerosis or paraplegia, intractable nausea and vomiting, and appetite stimulation with chronic wasting diseases

  • Expands the definition of "qualifying patient" under Oklahoma's CBD law to include any person with Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome, Dravet Syndrome, or other refractory epilepsy not adequately treated by traditional therapies, regardless of age

  • CBD preparations must contain no more than 0.3% tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) concentration and be delivered in liquid form

  • Requires written certification from an Oklahoma-licensed physician documenting the qualifying diagnosis before patients or their caretakers can legally possess CBD

  • Effective date: November 1, 2016

Legislative Description

Public health and safety; deleting age limitation for certain definitions; effective date.

Last Action

Approved by Governor 05/13/2016

5/16/2016

Committee Referrals

Health and Human Services3/16/2016
Alcohol, Tobacco, and Controlled Substances2/2/2016

Full Bill Text

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