UPDATE: Georgia General Assembly approves medical marijuana vaping and removing THC limits
Georgia's legislature approved a bill to lift THC limits and allow vaping for registered medical marijuana patients, aiming to improve access and relief.Summary
The Georgia General Assembly has passed Senate Bill 220, which would significantly alter the state’s medical marijuana program. Currently, Georgia limits medical marijuana to products containing up to 5% THC. The bill removes this cap and allows registered patients to vape medical cannabis for faster relief. Supporters, like Shannon Cloud, whose daughter suffers from seizures, say the changes provide needed flexibility for patients and doctors. Gary Long, CEO of Botanical Sciences, notes Georgia’s program has low adoption rates and that vaping offers quicker relief than oils. Concerns were raised by Sen. Ed Setzler regarding the potential for recreational use, while Sen. Matt Brass emphasized the bill’s focus on legitimate patients and medical oversight. The bill also adds lupus to the list of qualifying conditions and restricts treating physicians to those practicing in Georgia. Opponents, like Georgians for Responsible Marijuana Policy, warn of potential risks like addiction and impaired development. The bill now awaits action from Gov. Brian Kemp.
(Source：Valdosta Daily Times)
