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Committee Introduced by: Sens. Rabon, Lee, Lowe
Committee: House Health. If favorable, re-refer to Finance. If favorable, re-refer to Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House Date: May 30, 2023 Introduced by: Sens. Rabon, Lee, Lowe Prepared by: Jessica Boney Analysis of: Third Edition Staff Attorney Jeffrey Hudson Director *S3-SMBP-47(e3)-v-3* Legislative Analysis Division 919-733-2578 This bill analysis was prepared by the nonpartisan legislative staff for the use of legislators in their deliberations and does not constitute an official statement of legislative intent. OVERVIEW: Senate Bill 3 would enact the North Carolina Compassionate Care Act to provide for the sale of cannabis and cannabis-infused products to qualified patients with a debilitating medical condition through a regulated medical cannabis supply system. BILL ANALYSIS: Senate Bill 3 would enact Article 5H of Chapter 90 of the General Statutes and it would be known as the North Carolina Compassionate Care Act. FINDINGS AND PURPOSE: G.S. 90-113.111 states the General Assembly findings regarding the effectiveness of cannabis and cannabinoid compounds, and the North Carolina Compassionate Care Act would be intended to make only those changes to existing State laws that are necessary to protect patients and their doctors from criminal and civil penalties and would not intend to change current civil and criminal laws governing the use of cannabis for nonmedical purposes.
Reduced Age Requirements
With a medical cannabis card, patients aged 18, 19, or 20 can also purchase cannabis products.
Convenient Access to Local Dispensaries
There are several areas in Carolina that don’t have recreational cannabis storefronts. They might not open for years. On the other hand, there are more than 1,000 medical cannabis dispensaries all across California. Only a California medical cannabis card holder can use them.
Reduced Taxes on Marijuana Products
California cannabis taxes are some of the heaviest taxes in America. The closer you are to a big city like Charolette or Asheville, the more likely it is you’re subject to heavy taxes. Carolina medical cannabis card holders are excused from many of these taxes. (Available to MMICP patients only, read more at cdph.ca.gov)
Say Goodbye to Possession and Cultivation Limits
Under California laws, only medical cannabis patients can purchase large quantities of cannabis products, up to eight ounces. They can also grow up to 12 flowering plants, with potential for more based on their condition.
Try Any Carolina Cannabis Product
Carolina medical marijuana card holders can access any retail marijuana product available in the state. They are allowed to purchase products with twice as much THC as recreational users. Over time, more products will be exclusively for medical cannabis patients.
Join the Medical Marijuana Identification Card Program
North Carolina has a special program just for medical marijuana card holders. This voluntary program allows you to get a special identification card and keep your Carolina medical marijuana card safe at home. It makes it even easier to make your medical marijuana purchases.
Here’s how it works:
1. Complete the application on-line
You don’t need to make an appointment. Just sign up to access our online questionnaire. It only takes a few seconds to register and answer a few health questions. This helps us know if California Medical Marijuana is a recommended treatment.
2. Receive your recommendation
If you get approved, you’ll receive a valid digital copy of your California Medical Cannabis Recommendation right away. In 1-3 days, a hard copy will follow. We pay all postage for your recommendation and use discreet non-cannabis labeling.
3. Visit Any Carolina Dispensary
As a California Medical Cannabis card holder, you can buy cannabis products and equipment at dispensaries anywhere in the state.
Medical Marijuana Card Useful Information
North Carolina has introduced its medical marijuana program in 2020. As of 2023, some senators were arguing in favor of separate legislation that would enable registered medical marijuana patients to grow their own cannabis at home. The current program in Pennsylvania is mid-sized, with about 116,000 medical marijuana patients. It is growing every single year.In Pennsylvania, approximately two dozen medical conditions are recognized as benefiting from medical marijuana. This includes several conditions not recognized by medical marijuana programs in other states. For example, patients with autism or anxiety disorders can qualify for medical marijuana.However, Pennsylvania doctors cannot use their discretion in allowing patients with non-listed conditions to get a medical marijuana recommendation. This is why it’s crucial to choose mmj doctors who will carefully evaluate the health information you submit.A North Carolina medical marijuana recommendation makes it easier to get the care you need. North Carolina have provided for 25 cannabis growers and processors and as many as 50 cannabis dispensaries. Each dispensary is allowed to operate as many as three locations. Medical cannabis delivery services can work with these state licensed dispensaries. This makes it more convenient to get cannabis products even if you are far from a dispensary.Right now, there are several North Carolina already active throughout the state. More are being introduced each year. You can use a valid medical marijuana card at any of these locations.A medical marijuana card is the only way to safely and legally access marijuana products in the state of North Carolina Patients are allowed to possess a 30-day supply of cannabis products. Initially, only pills, oils, topical ointments, tinctures, or liquids were allowed. As of mid-2018, herbal cannabis is also available. Patients are allowed to vaporize herbal cannabis, but they cannot smoke it. Smoking herbal cannabis is prohibited by state laws even if you have aNorth Carolina medical marijuana card.Pennsylvania medical marijuana patients are able to select caregivers to help them. A medical marijuana caregiver can act on the patient’s behalf to help them purchase or use medical marijuana. Like the patient, the caregiver must register with the state.If you have a child who uses medical marijuana,North Carolina state laws make a special exception for you. You are permitted to obtain medical marijuana from another U.S. state or territory where it is legal, as long as it is for the child’s use.North Carolina feel stressed by the idea of looking for an mmj doctor. We can make the process easy with licensedNorth Carolina mmj doctors who understand your needs. Contact our team now and you may have your medical marijuana recommendation later today. No appointment is necessary. Doctors are waiting to hear from you
North Carolina could soon pass medical marijuana legislation as SB 3, the North Carolina Compassionate Care Act, continues to make progress through the Republican-led legislature. The North Carolina Senate gave initial approval in a 36-10 vote on March 1, 2023 after a similar bill stalled in 2022. As the bill makes its way to the House, recent statements from the North Carolina House Speaker point to approval at this final legislative step before heading to the governor’s desk for final approval.
While prospects for the bill passing into law this session are strong, residents of North Carolina can help assure this outcome by contacting state legislators to encourage support.
With the current state legislative makeup, estimates show that more than 50% of state lawmakers now back medical cannabis legalization. Governor Roy Cooper (D) has also stated his support for legalization efforts and recent polls show that close to 75% of North Carolina residents are in favor of medical cannabis legalization.
Under SB 3 provisions, the medical marijuan licenses application process in North Carolina will be competitive, with only 10 licenses available.
Business planning and financial modeling now is an important early step in being prepared for applying for a license.
Contact our medical marijuana license consultants now to start planning.
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Under SB 3, North Carolina would award up to 10 vertical medical marijuana suppliers who would control the cultivation, production, distribution, and sale of cannabis in the state.
Each license winner could cultivate cannabis and operate up to 8 dispensaries, which are called “medical cannabis centers” in the bill.
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