Medical Marijuana Bill Proposed In Ohio



Wednesday, May 21, 2008 12:52 PM

Updated: Wednesday, May 21, 2008 07:02 PM






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COLUMBUS, Ohio — Supporters on Wednesday said the newest proposal to legalize medicinal marijuana would be beneficial for Ohioans who suffer constant pain from illness and injury.
Details of the Ohio Medical Compassion Act were laid out during a news conference at the Ohio Statehouse, 10TV's John Fortney reported.
According to the bill's supporters, the Ohio Medical Compassion Act takes bits of laws and provisions from other states that have already passed legislation approving the medical use of marijuana.
Previous bills aimed at legalizing medicinal marijuana have been shot down by Ohio lawmakers, Fortney reported.
The newest proposal would essentially do three things, beginning with the regulation of medicinal marijuana use.
It would also set up a cardholder system to ensure the person using marijuana has the legal right to obtain it, Fortney reported.
Finally, the bill would create an advisory board run by the Ohio Department of Health and the Ohio Department of Agriculture. Both departments would regulate use and handle application renewals.
People who showed up at the Statehouse in support of the bill said it was about more than just getting high.
"I'm a domestic violence survivor," said Tonya Davis. "I was beaten so badly that I have domestic violence induced scoliosis and a crippling terminal disease."
Twelve other states, including California, have laws allowing the medical use of marijuana.
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