New York S03294 amends cannabis laws to allow medical cannabis use, repeals controlled substances research act.

New York S03294 amends the cannabis law to allow certified patients to obtain and use medical cannabis. It requires practitioners to complete training before issuing certifications. Certified patients can designate caregivers, who must also meet certain criteria. The bill allows patients from other states to obtain medical cannabis in New York if they meet eligibility requirements. It also establishes procedures for issuing and renewing registry identification cards for patients and caregivers. The bill repeals the controlled substances therapeutic research act.

New York S03294 amends cannabis laws to allow medical cannabis use, repeals controlled substances research act.

New York S03294 amends the cannabis law to allow certified patients to obtain and use medical cannabis. It requires practitioners to complete training before issuing certifications. Certified patients can designate caregivers, who must also meet certain criteria. The bill allows patients from other states to obtain medical cannabis in New York if they meet eligibility requirements. It also establishes procedures for issuing and renewing registry identification cards for patients and caregivers. The bill repeals the controlled substances therapeutic research act.