SB1499

Oklahoma SB1499 mandates the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority Executive Advisory Council to hire an Executive Director and allows for removal.

Oklahoma SB1499 amends the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority's structure by requiring the Executive Advisory Council to hire an Executive Director, who must report to the Council. The bill allows for the removal of the Executive Director if there is cause. The Executive Director may employ or contract with attorneys for legal advice and representation. The bill also grants the Oklahoma State Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs Control, the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation, and the Attorney General peace officer powers for enforcing medical marijuana laws.