Department of Veterans Affairs Policy for Medicinal Cannabis Use Act of 2019
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (May 10, 2019)
Department of Veterans Affairs Policy for Medicinal Cannabis Use Act of 2019
This bill establishes the policy of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) on medical cannabis. Among other elements, the policy provides that veterans may not be denied VA benefits by reason of cannabis use. Additionally, VA medical providers may discuss cannabis use as part of comprehensive care planning, and clinicians shall follow federal laws and regulations relating to medicinal cannabis.
What just happenedJun 11, 2019
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseMay 10, 2019
- Jun 11, 2019Committee
Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.
Health Subcommittee - May 10, 2019IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.
Veterans' Affairs Committee - May 10, 2019IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- May 10, 2019IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House