Pennsylvania 2023-2024 Regular Session

Pennsylvania Senate Bill SB869

Introduced
7/27/23  

Caption

In patients, providing for cultivating cannabis for personal use.

Impact

If enacted, SB869 would alter existing state laws concerning the personal use and cultivation of cannabis. It establishes guidelines under which patients can cultivate cannabis plants without the fear of legal repercussions. The bill may significantly impact regulatory frameworks related to medical cannabis use, offering patients more autonomy over their treatment options, while also potentially addressing concerns around accessibility and the pharmaceutical market.

Summary

Senate Bill 869 (SB869) pertains to the cultivation of cannabis for personal use by patients. The bill aims to provide a legal framework that allows individuals to grow a specified number of cannabis plants for their own consumption. This legislative move is intended to expand access to cannabis, particularly for those who may benefit from its therapeutic effects, thereby reflecting a growing trend towards greater cannabis acceptance and regulation.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding SB869 appears to be largely favorable, especially among proponents of cannabis reform. Supporters argue that personal cultivation fosters a sense of empowerment and allows patients to manage their health in a way that works best for them. However, some opposition may arise from individuals concerned about potential misuse or the implications of home cultivation on public safety and regulation.

Contention

Discussion points around SB869 have raised questions on regulation, safety, and the implications for law enforcement. Critics express concerns that without proper guidelines, personal cultivation could lead to black market activity or issues with excess supply. Supporters, on the other hand, argue that responsible cultivation should actually reduce illegal market reliance and improve patient welfare. The juxtaposition of public health considerations against personal freedoms forms the crux of the ongoing debate surrounding this bill.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

PA SB76

In patients, providing for cultivating cannabis for personal use.

PA HB1004

Prohibit cardholder cultivation of medical cannabis.

PA HB1735

Providing for cannabis; regulating the personal use and possession of cannabis; establishing the Cannabis Control Board; providing for powers and duties of the Cannabis Control Board; establishing the Cannabis Regulation Fund; providing for disproportionately impacted area, for regulation of cannabis business establishments, for enforcement and immunities, for laboratory testing, for advertising, marketing, packaging and labeling and for preparation, destruction and regulation of cannabis, edible and infused products; imposing a sales tax and excise tax on cannabis, edible and infused products; providing for cannabis clean slate and for miscellaneous provisions; imposing penalties; consolidating provisions relating to medical use of cannabis; transferring powers and duties of the Department of Health to the Cannabis Control Board; and making repeals.

PA SB120

Providing for cannabis; regulating the personal use and possession of cannabis; establishing the Cannabis Control Board; providing for powers and duties of the Cannabis Control Board; establishing the Cannabis Regulation Fund; providing for disproportionately impacted area, for regulation of cannabis business establishments, for enforcement and immunities, for laboratory testing, for advertising, marketing, packaging and labeling and for preparation, destruction and regulation of cannabis, edible and infused products; imposing a sales tax and excise tax on cannabis, edible and infused products; establishing the Cannabis Regulation Fund; providing for cannabis clean slate and for miscellaneous provisions; imposing penalties; consolidating provisions relating to medical use of cannabis; transferring powers and duties of the Department of Health to the Cannabis Control Board; and making repeals.

PA SB3797

CANNABIS-CULTIVATION CTR

PA SB846

Providing for adult use cannabis; regulating the personal use and possession of cannabis; establishing the Cannabis Regulatory Control Board; providing for powers and duties of the Cannabis Regulatory Control Board; establishing the Cannabis Business Development Fund; providing for social and economic equity, for regulation of cannabis business establishments, for enforcement and immunities, for laboratory testing, for advertising, marketing, packaging and labeling and for preparation, destruction and regulation of cannabis and cannabis-infused edible and nonedible products; imposing a sales tax and excise tax on cannabis and cannabis-infused edible and nonedible products; establishing the Cannabis Regulation Fund; providing for cannabis clean slate and for miscellaneous provisions; imposing penalties; consolidating provisions relating to medical marijuana; transferring certain powers and duties of the Department of Health to the Cannabis Regulatory Control Board; in driving after imbibing alcohol or utilizing drugs, further providing for driving under influence of alcohol or controlled substance and for authorized use not a defense; and making repeals.

PA SB558

Creating the Kansas medical cannabis act to authorize the cultivation, processing, distribution, sale and use of medical cannabis and medical cannabis products and the Kansas cannabidiol regulation act to regulate the testing and retail sale of cannabidiol products.

PA HB2210

Providing for adult use cannabis; regulating the personal use and possession of cannabis; establishing the Cannabis Regulatory Control Board; providing for powers and duties of the Cannabis Regulatory Control Board; establishing the Cannabis Business Development Fund; providing for social and economic equity, for regulation of cannabis business establishments, for enforcement and immunities, for laboratory testing, for advertising, marketing, packaging and labeling and for preparation, destruction and regulation of cannabis and cannabis-infused edible and nonedible products; imposing a sales tax and excise tax on cannabis and cannabis-infused edible and nonedible products; establishing the Cannabis Regulation Fund; providing for cannabis clean slate and for miscellaneous provisions; imposing penalties; consolidating provisions relating to medical marijuana; transferring certain powers and duties of the Department of Health to the Cannabis Regulatory Control Board; in driving after imbibing alcohol or utilizing drugs, further providing for driving under influence of alcohol or controlled substance and for authorized use not a defense; and making repeals.

PA SB135

Creating the medical cannabis regulation act to regulate the cultivation, processing, distribution, sale and use of medical cannabis.

PA HB2500

Providing for adult use of cannabis; regulating the personal use and possession of cannabis; providing for powers and duties of the Department of Agriculture; establishing the Cannabis Business Development Fund; providing for social and economic equity, for regulation of cannabis business establishments, for enforcement and immunities, for laboratory testing, for advertising, marketing, packaging and labeling and for preparation, destruction and regulation of cannabis and cannabis-infused edible and nonedible products; imposing a sales tax and excise tax on cannabis and cannabis-infused edible and nonedible products; establishing the Cannabis Regulation Fund; providing for cannabis clean slate and for miscellaneous provisions; imposing penalties; consolidating provisions relating to medical cannabis; transferring certain powers and duties of the Department of Health to the Department of Agriculture; and making repeals.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.