New Hampshire Senate Passes New Medical Marijuana Bill
New Hampshire could be the next state to legalize the use and possession of cannabis by patients with cancer or other specified conditions. The Republican-led Senate approved HB 573 last Thursday in an 18-6 vote, bringing the state one step closer to becoming the 19th state to do so (Illinois is in the race as well). This will be the third time in four years that NH has passed medical marijuana bills. Former Governor John Lynch vetoed the two previous bills, but current Governor Maggie Hassan is expected to sign the new bill pending its approval …
Medical Marijuana Bill Approved In New Hampshire House Committee
The New Hampshire ‘House Health, Human Services & Elderly Affairs Committee’ approved a medical marijuana bill yesterday in a 14-1 vote. House Bill 573 was sponsored by Rep. Donna Schlachman (D-Exeter), and would create one of the more strict MMJ programs in the country. The bill would allow for up to five state-licensed dispensaries, and much to the dismay of Gov. Maggie Hassan, home cultivation would be permitted as well. “You have to be almost dead before using medical marijuana…I would prefer a person be able to use marijuana as part of their treatment.” …