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Alabama’s Medical Cannabis Market Expected to Launch Spring 2023

Businesses seeking cultivation, processing, transportation, testing and retail licenses can start submitting their applications this fall.

Alabama Legislation Would Require Women of ‘Childbearing Age’ to Acquire a Negative Pregnancy Test to Purchase Medical Cannabis

The legislation would require women aged 25-50 to provide documentation of a negative pregnancy test dated within 48 hours of purchase.

Poll Shows Alabama Residents Split on Adult-Use Cannabis Legalization

A poll conducted by The Hill and Emerson College revealed that 47% of Alabamians oppose legalization, while 42% support it.

Alabama Gubernatorial Candidate Tim James Says State Officials Want to Create ‘Drug Cartel’ with Medical Cannabis Program

James, who is currently polling second behind incumbent Gov. Kay Ivey, also criticized the program for not requiring stringent enough training for doctors.

Alabama Senate Committee Approves Cannabis Decriminalization Bill

The Senate Judiciary Committee passed legislation that would reduce penalties for possessing small amounts of cannabis to a fine.

Alabama Officials Release Draft Rules for Physicians to Recommend Medical Cannabis to Patients

Regulators will accept public comment on the regulations until Jan. 4, 2022.

Tracking the Number of Registered Medical Patients by State: MAP

An overview of state medical cannabis markets by patient count, with commentary from Headset.

Alabama Medical Cannabis Licensing Timeline to Remain the Same

The Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission said last month that it was considering asking lawmakers to allow cultivation licenses to be issued at an earlier date.

Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission Hires Director, Unveils Plans to Begin Cultivation Next Year

State Treasurer John McMillan will be appointed executive director of the newly created agency, which will license and oversee the industry.

Alabama’s Medical Cannabis Program Could Be Delayed

The Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission held its second meeting this week, where commissioners indicated that cultivation licenses may not be available until next year.

Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission Receives Final Appointments

The 14-member board is now fully staffed and ready to oversee the state’s forthcoming medical cannabis program.

UPDATE: Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey Signs Medical Cannabis Bill

The legislation, which was filibustered in the House earlier this month, is now law.

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