Medical Marijuana Bill Filed

Two Republican lawmakers have introduced a bill that would legalize a form of medical marijuana in Tennessee.
The “Medical Cannabis Act” would allow people with specific medical conditions to have access to cannabis oil. It would not allow recreational use of marijuana.
Sen. Steve Dickerson, who is also a doctor, is sponsoring the bill for the fourth year. Rep. Jeremy Faison, a Republican from Cosby, is the sponsor in the House.
People with cancer, Parkinson’s disease and PTSD, among other conditions, would be able to obtain the cannabis oil. Sen. Dickerson estimated 65,000 Tennesseans would benefit from the bill.
If the bill ultimately passes, Tennessee would join 29 other states that have legalized medical marijuana in various forms.