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State Senate President Robert Stivers suggested Monday night that he might be willing to approve medical marijuana in Kentucky on a very limited basis, but he expressed skepticism about the drug's effectiveness for pain relief. Stivers stated that he is working with others to find a way to provide care for those who are at the end of their lives. He also acknowledged the lack of scientific research and cited a study that found that 67% of the relief from pain reported by patients who used cannabis was also seen among those who received a placebo, suggesting that the pain reduction may be due to expectation rather than the compounds in cannabis. Stivers also discussed potential regulations for a medical cannabis system, such as public disclosure of dispensary owners and monitoring of cannabis prescriptions.
The bills provide certain patient and caregiver protections while allowing for the medical use of cannabis at school. Patients are not considered under the influence solely based on THC metabolites being in their system. The legislation does not allow for inhaled cannabis uptake methods nor does it allow for home cultivation.
Members Of Kentucky Legislature Join Patients, Activists, And Business Leaders To Lobby Marijuana Decriminalization and a Medical Marijuana Program
12/21/2022
We are working on a special project for 2023 Kentucky General Assembly and we need your help making this project a reality. Kentucky NORML will be printing a series of Informational 18"x24" posters to be displayed at the Capitol in various locations, We are not at liberty to divulge exactly where they will be placed until after session starts but rest assured that they will be extremely visible and effective. So we need YOU to a sponsor a poster or two! Kentucky NORML's mission is to move public opinion sufficiently to decriminalize the use of cannabis in Kentucky, along with a robust, accessible, and affordable medical cannabis program. We will continue further to fight for adult use and to serve as an advocate for consumers and patients to assure they have access to a higher quality of cannabis that is safely regulated, affordable and accessible.
Medical cannabis, also known as medical marijuana, is a form of treatment that uses the cannabis plant or its active ingredients to help manage symptoms or treat certain conditions. Cannabis is a psychoactive drug that has been used for medicinal purposes for thousands of years.
12/01/2022
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ACTION alert! State Senate: Support Medical Cannabis and Decriminalization Reform in KY GA 202311/30/2022
As your constituent, I urge you to support medical cannabis and decriminalization for Kentucky in the 2023 General Assembly. 11/29/2022
So by now you have probably heard about Governor Beshear's Executive Order on Medical Cannabis that was released a few weeks ago on Nov 15, 2022. But what does it all mean? What changes will we see in Kentucky? Does this mean it's legal now? Who will qualify for this program? We have you covered. Kentucky NORML is co-hosting a Live Q&A with State Representative Nima Kulkarni, Kungu Njuguna (ACLU-KY), Kentucky Cannabis Freedom Coalition, Minorites for Medical Marijuana, Kentucky NORML, and Kentucky Moms for Medical Marijuana. Submit your questions below and RSVP to the Facebook event so that you receive notifications and event reminders. We will do our very best to address all your questions. To schedule a meeting with your senator or representative in Kentucky, you can follow these steps:
Cannabis decriminalization is a policy that reduces or eliminates criminal penalties for possession and use. It is different from legalization, which removes criminal penalties and creates a regulated market for cannabis. Decriminalization can take the form of reducing possession to a civil infraction or downgrading possession to a misdemeanor. It is often seen as a step towards legalization and can reduce the burden on the criminal justice system. However, it does not create a legal market for cannabis and it is still illegal to sell or distribute cannabis in states with decriminalization laws.
11/15/2022
Today, Governor Beshear signed two cannabis-related executive orders. The first allows patients who have been diagnosed with a qualifying condition to possess up to 8 ounces of medical cannabis legally obtained from dispensaries in states that offer reciprocity. The second order pertains to the regulation the sale of delta-8 products. The first order will take effect starting on January 1, 2023. “Kentuckians suffering from chronic and terminal conditions are going to be able to get the treatment they need without living in fear of a misdemeanor,” Beshear said. “With 37 states already legalizing medical cannabis and 90% of Kentucky adults supporting it, I am doing what I can to provide access and relief to those who meet certain conditions and need it to better enjoy their life, without pain.”
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Courtesy of Hippie Joe's in Cave City, KY. "Good Vibes Only" 2 Steps to enter to WIN: 1. Enter your information on this form 2. Like Hippie Joe's on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hippiejoes/ ***Giveaway is open from November 1 - November 14, 2022. The winner will be announced on November 15, 2022.*** With a vote of 59 Yes to 34 No, House Bill 136, a provision to implement a medical marijuana program in the state of Kentucky, has passed the House of Representatives. An amendment to add PTSD was added and accepted to the list of qualifying conditions. It joins any type or form of cancer regardless of stage; Chronic, severe, intractable, or debilitating pain; Epilepsy or any other intractable seizure disorder; Multiple sclerosis, muscle spasms, or spasticity; and Nausea or vomiting.
Come network and volunteer with Kentucky NORML on the fourth Thursday of each month for our regular general meetings now taking place on Zoom. Invite a friend and join us in the work to help legalize cannabis. All are welcome. Join us! ***Due to the Thanksgiving Holiday, the November meeting will be held on Nov 18, 2021*** This month, we will be discussing medical cannabis bills that will be filed for the 2022 Session and what you can do to support forward movement. Guest Speaker to be announced. Please RSVP here to be emailed the Zoom meeting link. EVERYONE WHO RSVPS TO NOVEMBER'S MEETING WILL BE ENTERED TO WIN THIS MONTH'S SPONSORED GIVEAWAY!!! RSVP in the form below or at https://actionnetwork.org/events/kentucky-norml-november-2021-membership-meeting/ |
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