The bill CS/CS/HB 1299 amends Florida law to enhance the regulation of medical marijuana treatment centers and the practice of healthcare professionals, particularly in the context of marijuana testing laboratories and physical therapy. It introduces a definition for "messenger ribonucleic acid vaccine" and extends the repeal date for related provisions to June 1, 2027. The bill mandates that medical marijuana treatment centers notify the Department of Health of any theft or loss of marijuana and report attempted thefts to law enforcement. It also establishes new requirements for marijuana edibles, including limits on THC content and restrictions on child-attractive shapes, while ensuring compliance with food safety standards.

Additionally, the bill outlines new licensure requirements for healthcare professionals, including background checks for employees of marijuana testing laboratories and updated criteria for pain management clinics. It enacts the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact to facilitate interstate practice and establishes a commission to oversee the compact's implementation. The bill emphasizes transparency and accountability by requiring the sharing of adverse action information among member states and outlines enforcement mechanisms for compliance. Overall, the legislation aims to improve public health protection and access to healthcare services while ensuring the safety and regulation of medical marijuana products in Florida.

Statutes affected:
H 1299 Filed: 381.988, 383.141, 385.203, 391.221, 397.333, 409.818, 486.112, 468.705, 468.707, 468.709, 468.711, 468.713, 468.719, 468.723, 468.802, 468.806, 468.808, 468.809, 484.005, 484.006, 484.008, 484.009, 484.011, 484.012, 484.013, 484.017, 484.041, 484.044, 484.0445, 484.0447, 484.047, 484.0501, 20.43, 943.031, 943.042, 1004.6495
H 1299 c1: 381.988, 486.112, 766.1115
H 1299 c2: 381.988, 458.3145, 458.315, 458.3265, 458.3475, 459.0137, 459.023, 459.0076, 486.112, 766.1115
H 1299 e1: 381.988, 458.313, 458.3145, 458.315, 459.0076, 458.3265, 458.3475, 459.0137, 459.023, 486.112
H 1299 er: 381.988, 458.313, 458.3145, 458.315, 459.0076, 458.3265, 458.3475, 459.0137, 459.023, 486.112