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SB2998Introduced in the Senate

Relating To Medical Cannabis.

IntroducedSenate Health and Human Services

Introduced by Chris Lee, District 25

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Prohibits an employer from discriminating against a person in hiring, termination, or any term or condition of employment based on the person's status as a medical cannabis registry card holder or lawful use of medical cannabis, under certain conditions. Authorizes an employer to use a fit-for-duty test for medical cannabis qualifying patients in potentially dangerous occupations under certain conditions. Prohibits a professional or vocational licensing board from revoking the license of medical cannabis qualifying patients, or otherwise subjecting them to discipline, for their lawful use of medical cannabis, under certain conditions.

Where it stands

Referred to HHS/LBT, JDC/CPN.

January 30, 2026

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Bill history

  1. Introduced.

  2. Passed First Reading.

  3. Referred to HHS/LBT, JDC/CPN.

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