The Senate approved a measure Saturday that would set the necessary framework and oversight surrounding medical marijuana to establish its place in the market alongside the 2012 voter-approved law allowing the recreational use of marijuana.
Sen. Ann Rivers, R-La Center, introduced Senate Bill 5887 last year but said the measure looks very different today.
Rivers released this statement following Saturday’s vote:
“This bill is the result of a bicameral and bipartisan effort to remain patient-focused while staying within the legal bounds of the recent federal guidelines. The bill has evolved a lot thanks to the numerous public hearings and helpful feedback received from patients and stakeholders.