Minnesota 2023-2024 Regular Session

Minnesota House Bill HF5222

Introduced
4/2/24  

Caption

Office of Cannabis Management and Department of Health appropriations modified, cannabis provisions modified, and money appropriated.

Impact

If enacted, HF5222 is expected to enhance the operational capacities of both the Office of Cannabis Management and the Department of Health. The bill outlines how appropriated funds can be utilized for various initiatives that support public health and regulatory compliance concerning cannabis. This includes provisions for the training of staff, the development of necessary programs, and the implementation of public health campaigns aimed at educating the community about cannabis use and its effects.

Summary

House File 5222 (HF5222) proposes modifications to appropriations pertaining to the Office of Cannabis Management and the Department of Health. The bill aims to address specific operational needs and funding allocations necessary for managing cannabis-related affairs, which have become increasingly significant following the legalization of cannabis for medical use. A central aspect of HF5222 is ensuring that both regulatory and health oversight mechanisms are well-funded and structured to address emerging challenges in the cannabis sector.

Contention

Discussions around HF5222 have highlighted some points of contention, particularly regarding the extent of appropriations and whether the allocated funds adequately meet the needs of the cannabis industry and public health entities. Critics have raised concerns about potential oversight issues and the adequacy of regulations that could impact consumer safety and health outcomes. Supporters, however, argue that without sufficient funding and resources, the objectives of effective cannabis management and health promotion could falter, thereby necessitating such legislative measures.

Companion Bills

MN SF5303

Similar To Office of Cannabis Management and the Department of Health appropriations modifications, cannabis provisions modifications, and appropriating money

Previously Filed As

MN SF5303

Office of Cannabis Management and the Department of Health appropriations modifications, cannabis provisions modifications, and appropriating money

MN HF4757

Cannabis; Office of Cannabis Management and the Department of Health appropriations modified, cannabis provisions modified, Department of Commerce assessed fees modified, consumer protection provisions added and modified, Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act established, rulemaking authorized, data classified, technical changes made, reports required, and money appropriated.

MN SF4782

Office of Cannabis Management modifications and appropriations

MN SF73

Cannabis provisions modification

MN SF2553

Cannabis provisions modifications

MN HF4629

Petition process to designate cannabinoids as nonintoxicating or approved for use in lower-potency hemp edibles established, hemp edibles provisions modified, provisions related to testing of hemp products modified, and cannabinol and cannabichromene designated as nonintoxicating cannabinoids.

MN SF825

Office of Cannabis Management establishment; cannabis regulation authorization

MN HF5229

Agriculture provisions modified, and money appropriated.

MN SF2172

Various cannabis provisions modifications

MN HF1877

Medical cannabis and cannabis provisions modified.

Similar Bills

MN SF5303

Office of Cannabis Management and the Department of Health appropriations modifications, cannabis provisions modifications, and appropriating money

MN HF1403

Aging, disability, behavioral health, substance use disorder, and statewide opioid litigation laws modified and established.

MN SF4276

Behavioral health provisions modifications

MN HF4190

Client supports expanded, substance use disorder licensing requirements modified, reporting system created, behavioral health reimbursement modified, tax provisions modified for individuals employed in substance use disorder treatment programs, and reports required.

MN HF2434

Human services finance bill.

MN SF3054

Omnibus Human Services appropriations

MN HF5280

Disability services, aging services, substance use disorder services, and priority admissions and civil commitment provisions modified; Direct Care and Treatment executive board, human services response contingency account, Homelessness and Housing Support Office, workgroups, and councils established; studies and reports required; rulemaking provided; and money appropriated.

MN HF3486

Substance use disorder treatment; licensed alcohol and drug counselors continuing education requirements modified, religious objections to placements in substance use disorder treatment programs allowed, comprehensive assessment requirements modified, courts or other placement authorities prohibited from compelling an individual to participate in religious elements of substance use disorder treatment, and report required.