Fact Sheet
Cannabis Legalization and Regulation
State Policies to Protect Access to Medical Cannabis Following Adult-Use Legalization
February 1, 2024
Overview
The influx of new customers created by the legalization of adult-use cannabis can place a strain on a state’s cannabis supply. This increased demand can present a challenge to the state’s medical cannabis system and potentially reduce patient access. This fact sheet examines various state policies aimed at protecting patient access to medical cannabis.
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