The resolution recognizes the financial strain that fees for registry identification cards impose on qualifying patients in Arkansas, particularly affecting seniors and veterans. It highlights the significant increase in participation in the Medical Marijuana Program since its establishment in 2016, with over 92,000 active cardholders compared to the initial prediction of 30,000.

To alleviate this burden, the resolution calls for the Department of Health to implement rules that would extend the renewal period for these cards from one year to two years without raising the annual fee. Additionally, it requests a 50% discount on the fees for seniors and veterans, urging the Department of Health to initiate the necessary rulemaking process promptly.