This bill amends existing laws regarding the possession limits of therapeutic cannabis for qualifying patients and their designated caregivers. Specifically, it increases the allowable possession limit from 2 ounces to 4 ounces of usable cannabis. Additionally, it raises the amount that can be obtained within a 10-day period from 2 ounces to 4 ounces. The bill also clarifies that both qualifying patients and designated caregivers will not face arrest or penalties under state or municipal law for possessing this increased amount of cannabis, as long as they adhere to the new limits.

The bill further stipulates that the Department of Health may revoke the registry identification card of a qualifying patient or caregiver for violations related to these new possession limits. The effective date for these changes is set for January 1, 2026. The fiscal impact of the bill is indeterminable, as it may affect judicial and correctional systems due to the changes in penalties and possession limits, but it does not project any revenue changes for the state or local governments.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 126-X:2, 126-X:3, 126-X:8