This bill aims to amend and reenact section 64-5-1 of the Code of West Virginia, 1931, to grant the Department of Health the authority to promulgate a legislative rule concerning dispensaries within the Medical Cannabis Program. Specifically, it authorizes the legislative rule that was filed in the State Register on August 27, 2024, which is identified as 64 CSR 112. The bill serves to formalize the Department of Health's ability to regulate dispensaries under the Medical Cannabis Program, ensuring that the necessary legislative framework is in place for effective oversight and implementation of cannabis-related services. This amendment reflects the ongoing development and regulation of medical cannabis in West Virginia.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 64-5-1