North Carolina Senators Add Amendment Legalizing Medical Marijuana to Hemp Legislation

In a recent development, Republican senators in North Carolina have taken a novel approach to advancing medical marijuana legalization. They successfully integrated an amendment into a hemp and kratom-focused bill that cleared a Senate committee.

The Senate Judiciary Committee recently approved legislation aimed at regulating intoxicating hemp cannabinoid products like delta-8 THC. Prior to passing the bill, committee members adopted an amendment from Sen. Michael Lazzara (R) that includes provisions allowing doctors to recommend medical marijuana to patients with specific qualifying conditions.