Georgia

 Cannabis Laws -- Georgia

Status: Illegal

Medical: Yes

Recreational:  No

Other: Legal for medical use only.

Links: http://norml.org/laws/item/georgia-penalties

Pending Legislation 2016 - 28 Bills:

Number:	GA [R] HB 1 - Updated (Status 04/23/2015)
Sponsor:	Rep. Allen Peake (REP-GA)
Title:	Haleigh's Hope Act; enact
Abstract:	A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 34 of Title 43 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to physicians, acupuncture, physician assistants, cancer and glaucoma treatment, respiratory care, clinical perfusionists, and orthotics and prosthetics practice, so as to change certain provisions relating to the use of marijuana for treatment of cancer and ...
Status:	Effective Date - 04/16/2015

Number:	GA [R] HB 71 - Updated (Status 05/09/2015)
Sponsor:	Rep. Kevin Tanner (REP-GA)
Title:	Pardons and paroles; provide input and transparency relative to granting a parole or commutation of a death sentence to a life sentence; provisions
Abstract:	Act to amend Chapter 17 of Title 17 and Chapter 9 of Title 42 of the O.C.G.A., relating to the Crime Victims' Bill of Rights and pardons and paroles, respectively, so as to provide for input and transparency relative to the granting of a pardon or commutation of a death sentence to a life sentence; to change provisions relating to notifications by the State Board of Pardons and Paroles; to change provisions relating to the State Board of Pardons and Paroles procedure and information gathering when considering the grant of pardon, clemency, or commutation of a death sentence; to provide for exemptions from disclosure; to amend Code Section 50-13-9.1 of the O.C.G.A., relating to variance or waiver to rules, so as to correct an incorrect reference; to provide for related matters; to repeal ...
Status:	Effective Date - 07/01/2015

Number:	GA [R] HB 89 - Updated (Status 05/23/2015)
Sponsor:	Rep. Roger Bruce (DEM-GA)
Title:	Drug-free commercial zones; date of incorporation of local ordinances by reference; change
Abstract:	Act to amend Code Section 16-13-32.6 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to manufacturing, distributing, dispensing, or possessing with intent to distribute controlled substances or marijuana in, on, or within drug-free commercial zones, so as to change the date of incorporation of local ordinances by reference; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Status:	Effective Date - 07/01/2015

Number:	GA [R] HB 90 - Updated (Status 03/27/2015)
Sponsor:	Rep. Wendell Willard (REP-GA)
Title:	Code Revision Commission; revise, modernize, and correct errors of said Code
Abstract:	A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, so as to revise, modernize, correct errors or omissions in, and reenact the statutory portion of said Code, as amended, in furtherance of the work of the Code Revision Commission; to repeal portions of said Code, or Acts in amendment thereof, which have become obsolete, have been declared to be unconstitutional, or have been preempted or superseded by subsequent laws; to provide for other matters relating to revision, reenactment, and publication of said Code; to provide for effect in event of conflicts; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Status:	Effective Date - 03/13/2015

Number:	GA [R] HB 98 - Updated (Status 05/23/2015)
Sponsor:	Rep. Christian Coomer (REP-GA)
Title:	Appellate courts; provide direct appeals and appeals requiring an application for appeals pertaining to courts-martial; provisions
Abstract:	A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2 of Chapter 6 of Title 5 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to appellate practice, so as to provide for direct appeals and appeals requiring an application for appeals to the appellate courts on matters pertaining to courts-martial; to amend Chapter 2 of Title 38 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to military affairs, so as to repeal and reenact Article 5, the ""Georgia Code of Military Justice""; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Status:	Effective Date - 07/01/2015

Number:	GA [R] HB 233 - Updated (Status 05/23/2015)
Sponsor:	Rep. Alex Atwood (REP-GA)
Title:	Georgia Uniform Civil Forfeiture Procedure Act; enact
Abstract:	Act to amend Title 9 of the O.C.G.A., relating to civil practice; to amend Title 16 of the O.C.G.A., relating to crimes and offenses; to amend Titles 3, 5, 7, 10, 12, 15, 17, 27, 36, 38, 40, 45, 46, 48, 49, and 52 of the O.C.G.A., relating to alcoholic beverages, appeal and error, banking and finance, commerce and trade, conservation and natural resources, courts, criminal procedure, game and fish, local government, military, emergency management, veterans affairs, motor vehicles and traffic, public officers and employees, public utilities and public transportation, revenue and taxation, social services, waters of the state, ports, and watercraft; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Status:	Effective Date - 07/01/2015

Number:	GA [R] HB 283 - Updated (Status 02/14/2015)
Sponsor:	Rep. Stephen Allison (REP-GA)
Title:	Drivers' licenses; person's conviction of the offense of simple possession of marijuana shall not result in suspension of license; provide
Abstract:	A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 5 of Title 40 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to drivers' licenses, so as to provide that a person's conviction of the offense of simple possession of marijuana shall not result in the suspension of such person's driver's license; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Status:	House Second Readers - 02/11/2015

Number:	GA [R] HB 375 - Updated (Text, Status 03/16/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. Jay Powell (REP-GA)
Title:	Motor vehicles; driving with suspended, canceled, or revoked registration; change provisions relating to plea of nolo contendre
Abstract:	A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 40-6-15 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to knowingly driving a motor vehicle with a suspended, canceled, or revoked vehicle registration, so as to change provisions relating to a plea of nolo contendre; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Status:	Senate Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute - 03/15/2016

Number:	GA [R] HB 704 - Updated (Status 01/13/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. John Pezold (REP-GA)
Title:	Agriculture; provide industrial hemp cultivation; provisions
Abstract:	A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 2 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to agriculture, so as to provide for industrial hemp cultivation; to provide for definitions; to provide for procedures, conditions, and limitations; to amend Chapter 12 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to offenses against public health and morals, so as to provide for the possession of industrial hemp under certain circumstances; to provide for definitions; to provide for penalties; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Status:	House Second Readers - 01/12/2016

Number:	GA [R] HB 722 - Updated (Status 03/03/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. Allen Peake (REP-GA)
Title:	Health; patient registry program for the use of medical cannabis; provide
Abstract:	A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 31 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to health, so as to provide for a patient registry program for the use of medical cannabis; to authorize rule making; to establish duties of patients, designated caregivers, physicians, and manufacturers of medical cannabis; to establish a medical cannabis tracking system; to provide for confidentiality of records; to establish patient protections; to impose penalties; to provide for nursing facilities; to establish fees; to establish a task force; to require impact assessment of medical cannabis therapeutic research; to require reports and audits; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Status:	Senate Read and Referred - 03/02/2016

Number:	GA [R] HB 725 - Updated (Status 04/28/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. Wesley Cantrell (REP-GA)
Title:	""Child Abuse Records Protection Act""; enact
Abstract:	A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2 of Chapter 5 of Title 49 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to child abuse and deprivation records, so as to provide for greater confidentiality of child abuse records; to provide for and revise definitions; to change provisions relating to persons and agencies permitted access to records of child abuse; to provide for contents of a protective order; to provide for immunity for child advocacy centers in releasing child abuse records under certain circumstances; to provide for a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Status:	Effective Date - 07/01/2016

Number:	GA [R] HB 727 - Updated (Status 04/28/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. Paul Battles (REP-GA)
Title:	Fireworks; certain further regulations by counties and municipal corporations; provide
Abstract:	Act to amend Chapter 10 of Title 25 of the O.C.G.A., relating to regulation of fireworks, so as to revise provisions relating to the sale, use, or explosion thereof; to amend Chapter 60 of Title 36 of the O.C.G.A., relating to general provisions regarding local government provisions applicable to counties and municipal corporations, so as to provide for certain further regulations by counties, municipal corporations, and consolidated governments; to amend Article 7 of Chapter 13 of Title 48 of the O.C.G.A., relating to taxation of consumer fireworks, so as to provide for local excise taxation of consumer fireworks and the collection of such excise tax; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Status:	Effective Date - 04/26/2016

Number:	GA [R] HB 783 - Updated (Status 04/05/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. Bruce Broadrick (REP-GA)
Title:	Controlled substances; Schedules I and IV; change certain provisions
Abstract:	A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Chapter 13 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to controlled substances, so as to change certain provisions relating to Schedules I and IV controlled substances; to change certain provisions relating to the definition of dangerous drug; to provide for restricted dangerous drugs; to provide for penalties for certain violations relating to restricted dangerous drugs and nonprescription injectable insulin; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Status:	House Sent to Governor - 04/04/2016

Number:	GA [R] HB 1046 - Updated (Status 02/23/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. LaDawn Jones (DEM-GA)
Title:	Crimes and offenses; possession of one ounce or less of marijuana is not punishable by imprisonment; provide
Abstract:	Act to amend Code Section 16-13-2 of the O.C.G.A., relating to possession of marijuana and conditional discharge for possession of controlled substances as first offense and certain nonviolent property crimes, so as to provide that possession of one ounce or less of marijuana is not punishable by imprisonment; to amend Titles 15 and 16 and Code Section 17-7-72 of the O.C.G.A., relating to courts, crimes and offenses, and jurisdiction of probate courts to try certain drug and alcohol offenses; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Status:	House Second Readers - 02/22/2016

Number:	GA [R] HB 1077 - Updated (Status 02/25/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. Allen Peake (REP-GA)
Title:	State of Georgia; establish a strict regulatory structure that would allow limited licensure for growing, processing, and dispensing medical cannabis oil; provide a nonbinding state-wide referendum
Abstract:	A BILL to be entitled an Act to provide for a nonbinding state-wide referendum on the question of whether the state of Georgia should establish a strict regulatory structure that would allow for the limited licensure for growing, processing, and dispensing medical cannabis oil in Georgia for citizens with certain severe illnesses and that are properly registered with the state; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Status:	House Second Readers - 02/24/2016

Number:	GA [R] HR 1809 - Updated (New 03/24/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. Mable Thomas (DEM-GA)
Title:	Porter, Judge Patsy Y.; commend
Abstract:	A RESOLUTION recognizing and commending Judge Patsy Y. Porter; and for other purposes.
Status:	House Read and Adopted - 03/22/2016

Number:	GA [R] SB 7 - Updated (Status 02/12/2015)
Sponsor:	Sen. Curt Thompson (DEM-GA)
Title:	""Controlled Substances Therapeutic Relief Act""; repeal provisions; provide for medical use of marijuana; definitions
Abstract:	Act to amend Chapter 34 of Title 43 of the O.C.G.A., relating to physicians, acupuncture, physician assistants, cancer and glaucoma treatment, respiratory care, clinical perfusionists, and orthotics and prosthetics practice, so as to repeal provisions relating to use of marijuana for treatment of cancer and glaucoma and provide for medical use of marijuana; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Status:	Senate Read and Referred - 02/11/2015

Number:	GA [R] SB 72 - Updated (Status 07/01/2015)
Sponsor:	Sen. Jeff Mullis (REP-GA)
Title:	""Tanja's Law""; provide measure of equivalency in punishment of crimes committed against police dogs in performance of their official duties
Abstract:	Act to amend Title 16 of the O.C.G.A., relating to crimes and offenses, so as to provide a measure of equivalency in the punishment of crimes committed against police dogs in the performance of their official duties as to that of peace officers; to provide a short title; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Status:	Effective Date - 07/01/2015

Number:	GA [R] SB 100 - Updated (Status 07/01/2015)
Sponsor:	Sen. Tyler Harper (REP-GA)
Title:	Motor Vehicles and Traffic; provide for applicability with current federal reg. in the safe operations of motor carriers and commercial motor vehicles
Abstract:	A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 40 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to motor vehicles and traffic, so as to provide for applicability with current federal regulations in the safe operations of motor carriers and commercial motor vehicles; to provide for definitions; to provide for registration and regulation of for-hire intrastate motor carriers and intrastate motor carriers; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Status:	Effective Date - 07/01/2015

Number:	GA [R] SB 145 - Updated (Status 03/25/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. Josh McKoon (REP-GA)
Title:	Board of Community Health; provide that one member of the board is member of the state health benefit plan
Abstract:	A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 31-2-3 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to the Board of Community Health, so as to provide that at least one member of the board is also a member of the state health benefit plan; to provide that current members carry out their respective terms; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Status:	House Passed/Adopted By Substitute - 03/24/2016

Number:	GA [R] SB 148 - Updated (Status 07/01/2015)
Sponsor:	Sen. John Kennedy (REP-GA)
Title:	Commerce and Trade; transfer powers and responsibilities of Governor's Office of Consumer Affairs to Attorney General's office
Abstract:	A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 10 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to commerce and trade, so as to transfer the powers and responsibilities of the Governor's Office of Consumer Affairs to the Attorney General's office; to amend Titles 2, 16, 18, 31, 33, 35, 36, 43, and 46 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to agriculture, crimes and offenses, debtors and creditors, health, insurance, law enforcement officers and agencies, local government, professions and businesses, and public utilities and public transportation, respectively, so as to conform to such transfer, correct cross-references, and remove obsolete provisions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Status:	Effective Date - 07/01/2015

Number:	GA [R] SB 185 - Updated (Hearing 03/24/2015)
Sponsor:	Sen. Lindsey Tippins (REP-GA)
Title:	Health; program of clinical trials of cannabidiol-containing products; treating certain residents under 18 years of age who have medication-resistant epilepsies
Abstract:	A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 31 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to health, so as to provide for a program of clinical trials of cannabidiol or cannabidiol-containing products for use in treating certain residents of this state under 18 years of age who have medication-resistant epilepsies; to provide for immunity from criminal prosecution; to provide for related matters; to provide effective dates; to provide for automatic repeal; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Status:	House Second Readers - 03/19/2015

Number:	GA [R] SB 198 - Updated (Status 03/05/2015)
Sponsor:	Sen. Curt Thompson (DEM-GA)
Title:	'Georgia Retail Marijuana Code'; provide for the regulation of the retail sale of marijuana
Abstract:	A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 43 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to professions and businesses, so as to provide for the regulation of the retail sale of marijuana; to provide for a short title; to provide for legislative findings; to provide for definitions; to provide for the regulatory authority of the Department of Revenue; to provide for licensing requirements and restrictions; to provide for regulation of cultivation, production, and retail sale of marijuana; to prohibit certain acts; to provide for penalties; to provide for related matters; to provide for a contingent effective date; to provide for automatic repeal under certain conditions; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Status:	Senate Read and Referred - 03/04/2015

Number:	GA [R] SB 254 - Updated (Status 01/13/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. Harold Jones (DEM-GA)
Title:	Controlled Substances; provide simple possession of marijuana constitutes a misdemeanor (PF)
Abstract:	A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 16-13-2 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to possession of marijuana and conditional discharge for possession of controlled substances as first offense and certain nonviolent property crimes, so as to provide that simple possession of marijuana constitutes a misdemeanor; to amend Titles 15 and 16 and Code Sections 17-7-72 and 36-32-6 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to courts, crimes and offenses, jurisdiction of probate courts to try certain drug and alcohol offenses, and municipal court jurisdiction in marijuana possession cases, respectively, so as to provide for conforming cross-references; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Status:	Senate Read and Referred - 01/12/2016

Number:	GA [R] SB 367 - Updated (Status 04/09/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. John Kennedy (REP-GA)
Title:	Georgia Council Justice Reform; provide for comprehensive reform
Abstract:	A BILL to be entitled an Act to provide for comprehensive reform for offenders entering, proceeding through, and leaving the criminal justice system so as to promote an offender's successful reentry into society, benefit the public, and enact reforms recommended by the Georgia Council on Criminal Justice Reform; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Status:	Senate Sent to Governor - 04/01/2016

Number:	GA [R] SB 384 - Updated (Hearing 03/01/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. Bruce Thompson (REP-GA)
Title:	Controlled Substances; provide for mandatory minimum sentences for sale of or trafficking in heroin
Abstract:	A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Part 1 of Article 2 of Chapter 13 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to schedules, offenses, and penalties regarding controlled substances, so as to provide for mandatory minimum sentences for the sale of or trafficking in heroin; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Status:	Senate Read and Referred - 02/17/2016

Number:	GA [R] SR 6 - Updated (Status 03/05/2015)
Sponsor:	Sen. Curt Thompson (DEM-GA)
Title:	General Assembly; provide by law for the legalization and regulation of marijuana -CA (PF)
Abstract:	A RESOLUTION proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the State of Georgia so as to authorize the General Assembly to provide by law for the legalization and regulation of marijuana; to permit persons 21 years of age or older to purchase limited amounts of marijuana for personal use; to provide that the fees and tax proceeds from the sale of such marijuana be dedicated equally between education and transportation infrastructure purposes; to provide that such funds shall not lapse; to provide for submission of this amendment for ratification or rejection; and for other purposes
Status:	Senate Read and Referred - 03/04/2015

Number:	GA [R] SR 462 - Updated (Status 04/01/2015)
Sponsor:	Sen. Jesse Stone (REP-GA)
Title:	U.S. Congress; urged to amend the Controlled Substances Act of 1970; authorize the study of medical marijuana
Abstract:	A RESOLUTION urging the Congress of the United States to amend the Controlled Substances Act of 1970 so as to authorize the study of medical marijuana; and for other purposes.
Status:	Senate Passed/Adopted - 03/31/2015

 

Florida

Cannabis Laws -- Florida

Status: Illegal

Medical: Legal (Non-Psychoactive)

Recreational:  No

Other: Decriminalized in some cities and counties.

Links: 

http://norml.org/laws/item/florida-penalties 

Pending Legislation 2016 - 8 Bills:

Number:	FL [R] HB 63 - Updated (New 01/08/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. W. Greg Steube (REP-FL)
Title:	Medical Use of Low-THC Cannabis
Abstract:	Allows registered patients & designated caregivers to purchase, acquire, & possess low-THC cannabis subject to specified requirements; allows cultivation or processing licensee, employee, or contractor to acquire, cultivate, transport, & sell low-THC cannabis; allows retail licensee to purchase, receive, possess, store, dispense, & deliver low-THC cannabis; prohibits certain actions regarding acquisition, possession, transfer, use, & administration of low-THC cannabis; clarifies that person is prohibited from driving or boating under influence of low-THC cannabis; provides duties of DOH; provides implementation requirements; specifies act does not require or restrict health insurance coverage for purchase of low-THC cannabis.
Status:	Withdrawn prior to introduction - 12/15/2015

Number:	FL [R] HB 65 - Updated (Status 12/16/2015)
Sponsor:	Rep. W. Greg Steube (REP-FL)
Title:	Pub Rec/Low-THC Cannabis Patient Registry/DOH
Abstract:	Exempts from public records requirements personal identifying information of patients & physicians held by DOH in low-THC cannabis patient registry or former compassionate use registry; exempts information related to ordering & dispensing low-THC cannabis; authorizes specified persons & entities access to exempt information; requires that information released from registry remain confidential; provides penalty; provides for future legislative review & repeal; provides statement of public necessity.
Status:	Withdrawn prior to introduction - 12/15/2015

Number:	FL [R] HB 73 - Updated (Status 03/16/2016)
Sponsor:	Justice Appropriations Subcommittee
Title:	Controlled Substances
Abstract:	Schedules Mitragynine & 7-Hydroxymitragynine, constituents of Kratom, in schedule of controlled substances; provides exception from scheduling for drug product approved by USDA which contains Mitragynine or 7-Hydroxymitragynine; reenacts related provisions.
Status:	Died in Judiciary Committee - 03/11/2016

Number:	FL [R] HB 307 - Updated (Status 03/29/2016)
Sponsor:	Health & Human Services Committee
Title:	Medical Use of Cannabis
Abstract:	Revising requirements for physicians ordering low-THC cannabis, medical cannabis, or a cannabis delivery device; revising the information that the Department of Health is required to include in its online compassionate use registry; providing that dispensing organizations may not dispense low-THC cannabis and medical cannabis unless they meet certain testing requirements; requiring the department to authorize certain dispensing organizations or applicants to provide low-THC cannabis, medical cannabis, and cannabis delivery devices to eligible patients, etc.
Status:	Chapter No. 2016-123 - 03/28/2016

Number:	FL [R] HB 1313 - Updated (Status 02/25/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. Jason Brodeur (REP-FL)
Title:	Low-THC Cannabis for Medical Use
Abstract:	Revises definitions; revises requirements for physicians ordering low-THC cannabis; provides that physician who orders low-THC cannabis & receives related compensation from dispensing organization may be subject to disciplinary action; revises requirements relating to physician education; requires DOH to include specified information in online compassionate use registry; revises requirements for dispensing organizations; specifies duties & responsibilities of DOH; authorizes approved laboratory & its employees to possess, test, transport, & lawfully dispose of low-THC cannabis or paraphernalia in certain circumstances; exempts approved dispensing organization & related persons from Florida Drug & Cosmetic Act.
Status:	Laid on Table under Rule 7.19(a), refer to CS for CS/CS/HB 307 & HB 1313 - 02/24/2016

Number:	FL [R] HB 1347 - Updated (Status 03/25/2016)
Sponsor:	Appropriations Committee
Title:	Illicit Drugs
Abstract:	Revises definitions relating to controlled substances; revises schedules of controlled substances; provides additional factors to be considered in determining whether substance is controlled substance analog; revises how controlled substance analog is treated for purposes of drug abuse prevention & control; authorizes local actions to abate nuisances involving two or more violations of Florida Drug & Cosmetic Act within specified period; specifies additional substances that may be deemed contraband; revises lists of precursor & essential chemicals; specifies that crimes involving misbranded drugs are ""racketeering activity"" for purposes of Florida RICO Act; reenacts numerous provisions.
Status:	Chapter No. 2016-105 - 03/24/2016

Number:	FL [R] SB 460 - Updated (Status 03/08/2016)
Sponsor:	Rules
Title:	Medical Use of Cannabis
Abstract:	Medical Use of Cannabis; Revising requirements for physicians ordering low-THC cannabis, medical cannabis, or a cannabis delivery device; revising the information that the Department of Health is required to include in its online compassionate use registry; requiring the department to make certain information available on its website; requiring the department to authorize certain dispensing organizations or applicants to provide low-THC cannabis, medical cannabis, and cannabis delivery devices to eligible patients, etc.
Status:	Laid on Table, companion bill(s) passed, see CS for CS/CS/HB 307 and HB 1313 (Ch. 2016-123) -SJ 655 - 03/04/2016

Number:	FL [R] SB 1528 - Updated (Status 03/05/2016)
Sponsor:	Appropriations
Title:	Illicit Drugs
Abstract:	Illicit Drugs; Providing that class designation is a way to reference scheduled controlled substances; adding, deleting, and revising the list of Schedule I controlled substances; creating a noncriminal penalty for selling, manufacturing, or delivering or for possessing with intent to sell, manufacture, or deliver any unlawful controlled substance in, on, or near an assisted living facility, etc.
Status:	Laid on Table, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/CS/HB 1347 (Ch. 2016-105) -SJ 598 - 03/03/2016

 

 

Delaware

 

Cannabis Laws -- Delaware

Status: Partially Legal 

Medical: Yes

Recreational:  No 

Other: Legal for medicinal purposes (both psychoactive and non-psychoactive)  

Links: 

http://norml.org/laws/item/delaware-penalties 

Pending Legislation 2016 - 4 Bills:

Number:	DE [R] HB 45 - Updated (Text 01/18/2016)
Sponsor:	Speaker Peter Schwartzkopf (DEM-DE)
Title:	AN ACT MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE EXPENSE OF THE STATE GOVERNMENT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2016; SPECIFYING CERTAIN PROCEDURES, CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS FOR THE EXPENDITURE OF SUCH FUNDS; AND AMENDING CERTAIN PERTINENT STATUTORY PROVISIONS.
Abstract:	This Bill is the Fiscal Year 2016 Appropriation Act.
Status:	Assigned to Appropriations Committee in House - 01/29/2015

Number:	DE [R] SB 138 - Updated (Text 02/03/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. David Sokola (DEM-DE)
Title:	AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 16 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO RESEARCH ON MEDICAL MARIJUANA.
Abstract:	This Act allows for rigorous scientific study to assess the safety, effects, and efficacy of cannabis and cannabis compounds for treating medical conditions to be conducted in Delaware in a facility which meets FDA-accepted security and operational standards. This Act provides protections against prosecution, search, seizure, denial of a right or privilege, or disciplinary action solely for acting in accordance with the Delaware Medical Marijuana Act, the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services regulations, federal statutes, and federal regulations. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has provided guidelines regarding the study of marijuana in scientifically valid investigations and well-controlled clinical trials, under the procedures of the United States Department of ...
Status:	Signed by Governor - 07/27/2015

Number:	DE [R] SB 175 - Updated (Text 03/03/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. Patricia Blevins (DEM-DE)
Title:	AN ACT MAKING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE EXPENSE OF THE STATE GOVERNMENT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2017; SPECIFYING CERTAIN PROCEDURES, CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS FOR THE EXPENDITURE OF SUCH FUNDS; AND AMENDING CERTAIN PERTINENT STATUTORY PROVISIONS.
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Status:	Assigned to Finance Committee in Senate - 01/28/2016

Number:	DE [R] SB 181 - Updated (New 01/25/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. Ernesto Lopez (REP-DE)
Title:	AN ACT TO AMEND TITLE 16 OF THE DELAWARE CODE RELATING TO MEDICAL MARIJUANA OIL
Abstract:	This Act allows designated caregivers to possess and administer, and minor qualifying patients to use, medical marijuana oil for minor qualifying patients on school busses and on the grounds of the preschool, primary, or secondary school in which the minor qualifying patient is enrolled.
Status:	Assigned to Health & Social Services Committee in Senate - 01/21/2016

 

Conneticut

Cannabis Laws -- Connecticut

Status: Fully Legal

Medical: Yes

Recreational:  Yes

Other: Legal for medical and recreational use. 

Links: http://norml.org/laws/item/conneticut-penalties

Pending Legislation 2016 - 7 Bills:

Number:	CT [R] HB 5209 - Updated (New 02/11/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. Juan R. Candelaria, 95th Dist.
Title:	AN ACT CONCERNING REGULATION AND TAXATION OF THE PRODUCTION, SALE AND USE OF MARIJUANA.
Abstract:	To make the possession, sale, transport, growth and use of set amounts of marijuana legal for persons twenty-one years of age or older, subject to certain restrictions.
Status:	Referred to Joint Committee on Judiciary - 02/11/2016

Number:	CT [R] HB 5236 - Updated (New 02/12/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. Toni E. Walker, 93rd Dist.
Title:	AN ACT CONCERNING THE LEGALIZATION, TAXATION AND REGULATION OF THE RETAIL SALE AND USE OF MARIJUANA.
Abstract:	To legalize and regulate the retail sale of marijuana in order to raise revenue for the General Fund.
Status:	Referred to Joint Committee on Judiciary - 02/16/2016

Number:	CT [R] HB 5240 - Updated (New 02/12/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. Kim Rose, 118th Dist.
Title:	AN ACT WAIVING THE REGISTRATION RENEWAL FEE FOR VETERANS WHO ARE QUALIFYING PATIENTS FOR THE PALLIATIVE USE OF MARIJUANA.
Abstract:	To waive the annual registration renewal fee for veterans currently registered as qualifying patients for the palliative use of marijuana.
Status:	Referred to Joint Committee on Veterans' Affairs - 02/16/2016

Number:	CT [R] HB 5351 - Updated (Text 04/09/2016)
Sponsor:	Veterans' Affairs Committee
Title:	AN ACT ELIMINATING CERTAIN FEES FOR PRESCRIBED MEDICAL MARIJUANA FOR VETERANS.
Abstract:	To require the Commissioner of Consumer Protection to waive the registration and administration fees for veterans registered as qualifying patients for the palliative use of marijuana.
Status:	Referred by House to Committee on Finance, Revenue and Bonding - 03/29/2016

Number:	CT [R] HB 5450 - Updated (Text, Status 04/22/2016)
Sponsor:	Public Health Committee
Title:	AN ACT CONCERNING THE PALLIATIVE USE OF MARIJUANA.
Abstract:	To make revisions to the statutes concerning the palliative use of marijuana.
Status:	File Number 700 - 04/21/2016

Number:	CT [R] SB 67 - Updated (Status 04/29/2016)
Sponsor:	Public Health Committee
Title:	AN ACT CONCERNING THE AUTHORITY AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF ADVANCED PRACTICE REGISTERED NURSES.
Abstract:	To make changes to the statutes to give advanced practice registered nurses additional authority and responsibilities.
Status:	House Calendar Number 490 - 04/28/2016

Number:	CT [R] SB 454 - Updated (Text, Status 04/28/2016)
Sponsor:	Judiciary Committee
Title:	AN ACT CONCERNING AUTOMATIC ERASURE OF CRIMINAL RECORDS AND BAIL FOR PERSONS CHARGED WITH MISDEMEANOR DRUG POSSESSION.
Abstract:	To ensure that criminal records subject to erasure are automatically erased and to provide notifications of such erasure.
Status:	Favorable Report, Tabled for the Calendar, Senate - 04/27/2016

Colorado

Cannabis Laws -- Colorado

Status: Fully Legal

Medical: Yes

Recreational:  Yes

Other: Legal for medical and recreational use. 

Links:

http://norml.org/laws/item/california-penalties

Pending Legislation 2016 - 27 Bills:

Number:	CO [R] HB 1041 - Updated (Status 03/15/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. Steve Lebsock (DEM-CO)
Title:	Repeal Bonding Requirement Marijuana Businesses
Status:	Governor Signed - 03/11/2016

Number:	CO [R] HB 1064 - Updated (Status 03/25/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. J. Paul Brown (REP-CO)
Title:	Medical Marijuana Testing Facility Local Licensing
Status:	Governor Signed - 03/23/2016

Number:	CO [R] HB 1079 - Updated (Text, Status 04/26/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. KC Becker (DEM-CO)
Title:	Pesticide-free Cannabis Certification Program
Status:	Introduced In Senate - Assigned to Business, Labor, & Technology - 04/25/2016

Number:	CO [R] HB 1092 - Updated (Status 02/18/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. Dominick Moreno (DEM-CO)
Title:	Authorize Retail Marijuana Special Event Permit
Status:	House Committee on Public Health Care & Human Services Postpone Indefinitely - 02/16/2016

Number:	CO [R] HB 1108 - Updated (Status 02/06/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. Kathleen Conti (REP-CO)
Title:	Residential Real Estate Disclose Large Plant Grow
Status:	House Committee on Business Affairs and Labor Postpone Indefinitely - 02/04/2016

Number:	CO [R] HB 1192 - Updated (Status 04/15/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. Daniel Kagan (DEM-CO)
Title:	Recodification Of Sunset Provisions
Status:	Governor Signed - 04/14/2016

Number:	CO [R] HB 1211 - Updated (Status 04/28/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. Jovan Melton (DEM-CO)
Title:	Marijuana Transporter License
Status:	Senate Committee on Transportation Refer Amended to Finance - 04/26/2016

Number:	CO [R] HB 1214 - Updated (Status 02/27/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. Kathleen Conti (REP-CO)
Title:	Marijuana
Status:	House Committee on Judiciary Postpone Indefinitely - 02/25/2016

Number:	CO [R] HB 1261 - Updated (Status 04/29/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. Dan Pabon (DEM-CO)
Title:	Retail Marijuana Sunset
Status:	Senate Committee on Business, Labor, & Technology Refer Unamended to Finance - 04/27/2016

Number:	CO [R] HB 1266 - Updated (Status 04/29/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. KC Becker (DEM-CO)
Title:	DOR Seize Destroy Marijuana Unauthorized Pesticide
Status:	Senate Committee on State, Veterans, & Military Affairs Postpone Indefinitely - 04/27/2016

Number:	CO [R] HB 1359 - Updated (Text, Status 04/29/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. Joseph Salazar (DEM-CO)
Title:	Use Of Medical Marijuana While On Probation
Status:	Senate Second Reading Special Order - Passed - No Amendments - 04/28/2016

Number:	CO [R] HB 1363 - Updated (Text, Status 04/21/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. Jonathan Singer (DEM-CO)
Title:	Med Marijuana Advertising Rule-making Authority
Status:	Introduced In Senate - Assigned to Judiciary - 04/20/2016

Number:	CO [R] HB 1373 - Updated (Text, Status 04/22/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. Jonathan Singer (DEM-CO)
Title:	Student Medical Marijuana Use At School
Status:	Introduced In Senate - Assigned to Education - 04/21/2016

Number:	CO [R] HB 1390 - Updated (Text, Status 04/29/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. Dominick Moreno (DEM-CO)
Title:	Immunity When Overdoses Reported
Status:	Senate Third Reading Passed - No Amendments - 04/28/2016

Number:	CO [R] HB 1408 - Updated (Status 04/26/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. Robert Rankin (REP-CO)
Title:	Cash Fund Allocations For Health-related Programs
Status:	Sent to the Governor - 04/25/2016

Number:	CO [R] HB 1418 - Updated (Status 04/26/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. Robert Rankin (REP-CO)
Title:	Marijuana Tax Cash Fund Transfer To General Fund
Status:	Sent to the Governor - 04/25/2016

Number:	CO [R] HB 1427 - Updated (Text, Status 04/23/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. Dan Pabon (DEM-CO)
Title:	Multi-serving Liquid Marijuana Products
Status:	Introduced In Senate - Assigned to Business, Labor, & Technology - 04/22/2016

Number:	CO [R] HB 1436 - Updated (Text, Status 04/28/2016)
Sponsor:	Rep. Dan Pabon (DEM-CO)
Title:	No Edible Marijuana Products Shaped To Entice Kids
Status:	Introduced In Senate - Assigned to Business, Labor, & Technology - 04/27/2016

Number:	CO [R] SB 15 - Updated (Status 03/11/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. Randy Baumgardner (REP-CO)
Title:	Rules For Allowed Marijuana Pesticides
Status:	Governor Signed - 03/09/2016

Number:	CO [R] SB 40 - Updated (Status 04/28/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. Chris Holbert (REP-CO)
Title:	Marijuana Owner Changes
Status:	Introduced In House - Assigned to Business Affairs and Labor - 04/27/2016

Number:	CO [R] SB 41 - Updated (Status 04/26/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. Randy Baumgardner (REP-CO)
Title:	CDPS Data On Law Enforcement Marijuana Activities
Status:	Senate Considered House Amendments - Result was to Concur - Repass - 04/25/2016

Number:	CO [R] SB 80 - Updated (Status 04/19/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. Linda Newell (DEM-CO)
Title:	Marijuana Grows Enclosed Space Requirements
Status:	Senate Considered House Amendments - Result was to Concur - Repass - 04/18/2016

Number:	CO [R] SB 90 - Updated (Status 03/25/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. Pat Steadman (DEM-CO)
Title:	Marijuana Health Effects Data Regional Level
Status:	Governor Signed - 03/23/2016

Number:	CO [R] SB 98 - Updated (Status 02/24/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. Pat Steadman (DEM-CO)
Title:	Restore Judicial Discretion In Criminal Sentencing
Status:	Senate Committee on Judiciary Postpone Indefinitely - 02/22/2016

Number:	CO [R] SB 191 - Updated (Text, Status 04/27/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. Pat Steadman (DEM-CO)
Title:	Marijuana Research Marijuana Tax Cash Fund
Status:	Introduced In House - Assigned to Appropriations - 04/26/2016

Number:	CO [R] SB 197 - Updated (New 04/23/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. Pat Steadman (DEM-CO)
Title:	Liquor-licensed Drugstores Multiple Licenses
Status:	Introduced In Senate - Assigned to Business, Labor, & Technology - 04/22/2016

Number:	CO [R] SB 202 - Updated (New 04/27/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. Pat Steadman (DEM-CO)
Title:	Increasing Access Effective Substance Use Serv
Status:	Introduced In Senate - Assigned to Appropriations - 04/26/2016

 

California

Cannabis Laws -- California

Status: Legal

Medical: Yes (Psychoactive and non-psychoactive.)

Recreational:  No

Other: 

Links: http://norml.org/laws/item/california-penalties

Pending Legislation 2016 - 52 Bills:

Number:	CA [R] AB 21 - Updated (Text 02/05/2016)
Sponsor:	Asm. Jim Wood (DEM-CA)
Title:	Medical marijuana: cultivation licenses.
Abstract:	An act to amend Section 11362.777 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to medical marijuana, and declaring the urgency thereof, to take effect immediately.
Status:	Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 1, Statutes of 2016. - 02/03/2016

Number:	CA [R] AB 26 - Updated (Status 02/05/2016)
Sponsor:	Asm. Reggie Jones-Sawyer (DEM-CA)
Title:	Medical cannabis.
Abstract:	Sections 19322 and 19323 of, and to add Section 19326.5 to, the Business and Professions Code, relating to medical cannabis.
Status:	Referred to Com. on B., P. & E.D. - 02/04/2016

Number:	CA [R] AB 34 - Updated (Text 02/05/2016)
Sponsor:	Asm. Ken Cooley (DEM-CA)
Title:	Medical cannabis.
Abstract:	Chapter 18 (commencing with Section 26000) to Division 9 of, the Business and Professions Code, to add Section 23028 to the Government Code, to amend Section 11362.775 of the Health and Safety Code, and to add Sections 147.5 and 3094 to the Labor Code, relating to medical cannabis, and making an appropriation therefor. An act to amend Sections 2220.05, 2242, and 2264 of, to add Article 25 (commencing with Section 2525) to Chapter 5 of Division 2 of, and to add Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 19300) to Division 8 of, the Business and Professions Code, to amend and repeal Section 11362.775 of the Health and Safety Code, to add Sections 147.5 and 3094 to the Labor Code, and to add Section 2402.5 to the Vehicle Code, relating to medical cannabis.
Status:	From committee: Filed with the Chief Clerk pursuant to Joint Rule 56. - 02/01/2016

Number:	CA [R] AB 92 - Updated (Text 01/29/2016)
Sponsor:	Committee on Budget
Title:	Water.
Abstract:	Section 6100 of, and to add Sections 12025.1 and 12025.2 to, the Fish and Game Code, to add Section 8687.9 to the Government Code, to amend Section 4629.6 of the Public Resources Code, and to amend Section 81046 of, to amend, repeal, and add Section 13442 of, and to add Sections 189 and 81023 to, the Water Code, relating to water, and making an appropriation therefor, to take effect immediately, bill related to the budget.
Status:	Enrolled measure version corrected. - 04/02/2015

Number:	CA [R] AB 103 - Updated (Status 02/04/2016)
Sponsor:	Asw. Shirley Weber (DEM-CA)
Title:	Budget Act of 2015.
Abstract:	An act making appropriations for the support of the government of the State of California and for several public purposes in accordance with the provisions of Section 12 of Article IV of the Constitution of the State of California, relating to the State Budget, to take effect immediately, budget bill.
Status:	From committee: Filed with the Chief Clerk pursuant to Joint Rule 56. - 02/01/2016

Number:	CA [R] AB 243 - Updated (Text 02/17/2016)
Sponsor:	Asm. Jim Wood (DEM-CA)
Title:	Medical marijuana.
Abstract:	Article 6 (commencing with Section 19331), Article 13 (commencing with Section 19350), and Article 17 (commencing with Section 19360) to Chapter 3.5 of Division 8 of the Business and Professions Code, to add Section 12029 to the Fish and Game Code, to add Sections 11362.769 and 11362.777 to the Health and Safety Code, and to add Section 13276 to the Water Code, relating to medical marijuana, and making an appropriation therefor.
Status:	Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 688, Statutes of 2015. - 10/09/2015

Number:	CA [R] AB 258 - Updated (New 01/06/2016)
Sponsor:	Asm. Marc Levine (DEM-CA)
Title:	Organ transplants: medical marijuana: qualified patients.
Abstract:	An act to add Section 7151.36 to the Health and Safety Code, relating to organ transplants.
Status:	Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 51, Statutes of 2015. - 07/06/2015

Number:	CA [R] AB 261 - Updated (Status 02/04/2016)
Sponsor:	Asm. Travis Allen (REP-CA)
Title:	Drug paraphernalia retailers.
Abstract:	Health and Safety Code, relating to cigarettes and tobacco products. drug paraphernalia.
Status:	From committee: Filed with the Chief Clerk pursuant to Joint Rule 56. - 02/01/2016

Number:	CA [R] AB 266 - Updated (Text 02/17/2016)
Sponsor:	Asm. Rob Bonta (DEM-CA)
Title:	Medical marijuana.
Abstract:	Sections 27 and 101 of, to add Section 205.1 to, and to add Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 19300) to Division 8 of, the Business and Professions Code, to amend Section 9147.7 of the Government Code, to amend Section 11362.775 of the Health and Safety Code, to add Section 147.5 to the Labor Code, and to add Section 31020 to the Revenue and Taxation Code, relating to medical marijuana.
Status:	Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 689, Statutes of 2015. - 10/09/2015

Number:	CA [R] AB 403 - Updated (Text 01/29/2016)
Sponsor:	Asm. Mark Stone (DEM-CA)
Title:	Public social services: foster care placement: funding.
Abstract:	Family Code, to amend Section 6276.38 of the Government Code, to amend Sections 1502, 1506, 1507.25, 1520.1, 1520.5, 1522.2, 1522.4, 1522.41, 1522.43, 1524, 1524.6, 1525.5, 1530.7, 1530.8, 1531.1, 1531.15, 1534, 1536, 1538.3, 1538.5, 1538.6, 1538.7, 1548, 1562, 1562.35, 1563, and 1567.4 of, to amend, repeal, and add Sections 1502.4 and 1529.2 of, to add Sections 1506.1, 1517, and 1562.01 to, and to add and repeal Section 1502.45 of, the Health and Safety Code, to amend Sections 11105.08, 11105.2, 11105.3, and 11170 of the Penal Code, and to amend Sections 319.3, 706.6, 727, 727.1, 4094.2, 5600.3, 10553.12, 11400, 11403.2, 11460, 11461.2, 11465, 11466.21, 11466.22, 11466.25, 11466.3, 11466.31, 11466.32, 11466.33, 11466.34, 11466.35, 11466.36, 11466.5, 11466.6, 11468, 16000, 16501, 16501.1, ...
Status:	Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 773, Statutes of 2015. - 10/11/2015

Number:	CA [R] AB 567 - Updated (Text 02/05/2016)
Sponsor:	Asm. Mike Gipson (DEM-CA)
Title:	Medical cannabis: regulation and taxation amnesty.
Abstract:	Section 481 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, relating to taxation. An act to add Section 11362.6 to the Health and Safety Code, to amend and renumber Sections 7076, 7076.1, 7076.2, 7076.3, 7076.4, 7077, and 7078 of, to add Article 2.1 (commencing with Section 7077) to Chapter 8 of Part 1 of Division 2 of, and to add Chapter 9.2 (commencing with Section 19740) to Part 10.2 of Division 2 of, the Revenue and Taxation Code, and to add Division 11 (commencing with Section 18740) to the Unemployment Insurance Code, relating to medical cannabis.
Status:	Re-referred to Coms. on HEALTH and GOV. & F. - 01/28/2016

Number:	CA [R] AB 623 - Updated (Status 02/04/2016)
Sponsor:	Asm. Jim Wood (DEM-CA)
Title:	Abuse-deterrent opioid analgesic drug products.
Abstract:	Section 4069 to the Business and Professions Code, to add Section 1367.217 to the Health and Safety Code, and to add Section 10123.203 to the Insurance Code, relating to prescription drugs.
Status:	From committee: Filed with the Chief Clerk pursuant to Joint Rule 56. - 02/01/2016

Number:	CA [R] AB 730 - Updated (Text 01/29/2016)
Sponsor:	Asm. Bill Quirk (DEM-CA)
Title:	Controlled substances: transport.
Abstract:	An act to amend Sections 11360, 11379.5, and 11391 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to controlled substances.
Status:	Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 77, Statutes of 2015. - 07/13/2015

Number:	CA [R] AB 731 - Updated (Text 01/29/2016)
Sponsor:	Asm. James Gallagher (REP-CA)
Title:	Maintenance of the codes.
Abstract:	Sections 4115, 4120, 4201, 7590.2, 8538, 12518, 19556, 19599, 19605.7, 25350, 25503.6, and 25608 of, to amend and renumber Sections 1626.5, 7588.2, and 17550.42 of, to repeal Sections 125.3, 1917.2, 4945, 5082.5, 5095, 7000.6, 17530.6, and 18897.8 of, and to repeal the heading of Article 3.5 (commencing with Section 316) of Chapter 4 of Division 1 of, the Business and Professions Code, to amend Sections 51, 56.36, 3486, 5910, and 5915 of, to repeal Sections 1936.5, 2923.55, 2924.19, 2924.20, and 2934a of, and to repeal Title 17 (commencing with Section 3272) of Part 4 of Division 3 of, the Civil Code, to amend Sections 398, 629, 1277, and 2030.010 of, to repeal Section 116.222 of, to repeal the heading of Article 5 (commencing with Section 142) of Chapter 6 of Title 1 of Part 1 of, and to ...
Status:	Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 303, Statutes of 2015. - 09/21/2015

Number:	CA [R] AB 821 - Updated (Status 02/19/2016)
Sponsor:	Asm. Mike Gipson (DEM-CA)
Title:	Sales and use taxes: administration: payments: dispensaries.
Abstract:	An act to amend Section 6479.3 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, relating to taxation.
Status:	Referred to Com. on GOV. & F. - 02/18/2016

Number:	CA [R] AB 849 - Updated (Text 02/05/2016)
Sponsor:	Asw. Susan Bonilla (DEM-CA)
Title:	Crimes: causing an explosion.
Abstract:	An act to add Section 452.5 to the Penal Code, relating to crimes.
Status:	Consideration of Governor's veto stricken from file. - 01/15/2016

Number:	CA [R] AB 897 - Updated (Text 01/29/2016)
Sponsor:	Asw. Lorena Gonzalez (DEM-CA)
Title:	Grocery workers.
Abstract:	An act to amend Section 2502 of the Labor Code, as added by Section 1 of Chapter 212 of the Statutes of 2015, relating to grocery workers.
Status:	Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 305, Statutes of 2015. - 09/21/2015

Number:	CA [R] AB 1351 - Updated (Text 02/05/2016)
Sponsor:	Asw. Susan Eggman (DEM-CA)
Title:	Deferred entry of judgment: pretrial diversion.
Abstract:	An act to amend Sections 1000, 1000.1, 1000.2, 1000.3, 1000.4, 1000.5, and 1000.6 of, and to add Section 1000.7 to, the Penal Code, relating to deferred entry of judgment.
Status:	Consideration of Governor's veto stricken from file. - 01/15/2016

Number:	CA [R] AB 1548 - Updated (Status 02/04/2016)
Sponsor:	Asm. Jim Wood (DEM-CA)
Title:	Medical marijuana: taxation: marijuana production and environment mitigation.
Abstract:	An act to add Part 13.5 (commencing with Section 31001) to Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, relating to medical marijuana, and making an appropriation therefor.
Status:	From committee: Filed with the Chief Clerk pursuant to Joint Rule 56. - 02/01/2016

Number:	CA [R] AB 1571 - Updated (Status 04/27/2016)
Sponsor:	Asm. Tom Lackey (REP-CA)
Title:	Vehicles: driving under the influence: alcohol abuse programs.
Abstract:	An act to amend Section 11837 of the Health and Safety Code, and to amend Section 23538 of the Vehicle Code, relating to vehicles.
Status:	Re-referred to Com. on APPR. - 04/26/2016

Number:	CA [R] AB 1575 - Updated (Status 04/27/2016)
Sponsor:	Asm. Rob Bonta (DEM-CA)
Title:	Medical cannabis.
Abstract:	Article 5 (commencing with Section 19326) of Chapter 3.5 of Division 8 of, to amend the heading of Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 19300) of Division 8 of, to amend and add Section 19328 of, to add Sections 19310.5, 19319.5, and 19322.5 to, and to repeal Section 19318 of, the Business and Professions Code, to amend Sections 12025 and 12029 of the Fish and Game Code, to amend Section 52334 of the Food and Agricultural Code, and to amend Sections 11352, 11362.765, 11362.775, 11362.777, and 11379 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to medical cannabis.
Status:	Re-referred to Com. on APPR. - 04/26/2016

Number:	CA [R] AB 1598 - Updated (Status 04/27/2016)
Sponsor:	Asm. Phil Ting (DEM-CA)
Title:	Budget Act of 2016.
Abstract:	An act making appropriations for the support of the government of the State of California and for several public purposes in accordance with the provisions of Section 12 of Article IV of the Constitution of the State of California, relating to the state budget, to take effect immediately, budget bill.
Status:	Re-referred to Com. on BUDGET. - 04/26/2016

Number:	CA [R] AB 1997 - Updated (Status 04/14/2016)
Sponsor:	Asm. Mark Stone (DEM-CA)
Title:	Foster care.
Abstract:	Family Code, to amend Sections 1501.1, 1502, 1506.1, 1517, 1520.1, 1525.5, and 1562.01 of of, and to add Section 1517.1 to, the Health and Safety Code, and to amend Sections 361.2, 366.26, 727, 4094.2, 11460, 11462, 11463.01, 11466, and 16519.5, 11466.21, 11466.22, 11469, 16514, 16519.5, and 16519.51 of the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to foster care.
Status:	From committee: Do pass and re-refer to Com. on APPR. with recommendation: To Consent Calendar. (Ayes 7. Noes 0.) (April 12). Re-referred to Com. on APPR. - 04/13/2016

Number:	CA [R] AB 2149 - Updated (Status 04/28/2016)
Sponsor:	Asw. Susan Bonilla (DEM-CA)
Title:	Legislative Analyst's Office report: collection of payments: medical marijuana-related businesses.
Abstract:	Section 31001) to Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation and repeal Section 19318.1 of the Business and Professions Code, relating to medical marijuana.
Status:	Re-referred to Com. on APPR. - 04/27/2016

Number:	CA [R] AB 2169 - Updated (Status 04/23/2016)
Sponsor:	Asm. Travis Allen (REP-CA)
Title:	Drug paraphernalia retailers.
Abstract:	An act to amend Section 11364.5 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to drug paraphernalia.
Status:	From committee: Without further action pursuant to Joint Rule 62(a). - 04/21/2016

Number:	CA [R] AB 2232 - Updated (Hearing 04/30/2016)
Sponsor:	Asm. Jay Obernolte (REP-CA)
Title:	Court records: misdemeanors.
Abstract:	An act to amend Section 68152 of the Government Code, relating to court records.
Status:	Referred to Com. on PUB. S. - 04/28/2016

Number:	CA [R] AB 2243 - Updated (Status 04/28/2016)
Sponsor:	Asm. Jim Wood (DEM-CA)
Title:	Medical cannabis: taxation: cannabis production and environment mitigation.
Abstract:	An act to add Part 13.5 (commencing with Section 31001) to Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, relating to medical cannabis, and making an appropriation therefor.
Status:	Re-referred to Com. on APPR. - 04/27/2016

Number:	CA [R] AB 2300 - Updated (Status 04/28/2016)
Sponsor:	Asm. Jim Wood (DEM-CA)
Title:	Medical marijuana.
Abstract:	An act to amend Section 11362.79 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to medical marijuana.
Status:	From committee: Amend, and do pass as amended. (Ayes 10. Noes 0.) (April 26). - 04/27/2016

Number:	CA [R] AB 2385 - Updated (Status 04/22/2016)
Sponsor:	Asm. Reggie Jones-Sawyer (DEM-CA)
Title:	Medical Marijuana Regulation and Safety Act: state licenses: Measure D.
Abstract:	An act to amend Section 19320 of the Business and Professions Code, relating to marijuana.
Status:	From committee: Do pass and re-refer to Com. on APPR. (Ayes 7. Noes 1.) (April 20). Re-referred to Com. on APPR. - 04/21/2016

Number:	CA [R] AB 2516 - Updated (Hearing 04/29/2016)
Sponsor:	Asm. Jim Wood (DEM-CA)
Title:	Medical marijuana: state cultivator license types: specialty cottage type.
Abstract:	An act to amend Section 19332 of the Business and Professions Code, relating to medical marijuana.
Status:	From committee: Do pass and re-refer to Com. on APPR. (Ayes 13. Noes 1.) (April 19). Re-referred to Com. on APPR. - 04/19/2016

Number:	CA [R] AB 2545 - Updated (Status 04/26/2016)
Sponsor:	Asm. Rob Bonta (DEM-CA)
Title:	Medical cannabis: agreements with tribal governments.
Abstract:	Article 18 (commencing with Section 19370) to Chapter 3.5 of Division 8 of the Business and Professions Code, relating to medical cannabis.
Status:	From committee: Amend, and do pass as amended and re-refer to Com. on APPR. (Ayes 10. Noes 1.) (April 19). - 04/25/2016

Number:	CA [R] AB 2614 - Updated (Status 03/11/2016)
Sponsor:	Asm. Rob Bonta (DEM-CA)
Title:	Medical cannabis: state licenses: out-of-state convictions.
Abstract:	An act to amend Section 19325 of the Business and Professions Code, relating to medical cannabis.
Status:	Referred to Com. on B. & P. - 03/10/2016

Number:	CA [R] AB 2672 - Updated (Status 04/20/2016)
Sponsor:	Asw. Susan Bonilla (DEM-CA)
Title:	Medical cannabis.
Abstract:	Section 8001 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to public health. An act to amend Sections 27, 101, 144, 205.1, 19300, 19300.5, 19302, 19302.1, 19306, 19332.5, 19335, 19350, 19351, and 19352 of, to amend the heading of Article 5 (commencing with Section 19326) of Chapter 3.5 of Division 8 of, and to amend the heading of Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 19300) of Division 8 of, the Business and Professions Code, to amend Section 12029 of the Fish and Game Code, to amend Section 9147.7 of the Government Code, to amend Sections 11362.769, 11362.775, and 11362.777 of the Health and Safety Code, to amend Section 31020 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, and to amend Section 13276 of the Water Code, relating to medical cannabis.
Status:	From committee: Do pass and re-refer to Com. on APPR. with recommendation: To Consent Calendar. (Ayes 16. Noes 0.) (April 19). Re-referred to Com. on APPR. - 04/19/2016

Number:	CA [R] AB 2679 - Updated (Status 04/29/2016)
Sponsor:	Asm. Ken Cooley (DEM-CA)
Title:	Medical marijuana: regulation: research.
Abstract:	Section 19353 of the Business and Professions Code, and to amend Section 11362.9 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to medical marijuana.
Status:	Read second time. Ordered to Consent Calendar. - 04/28/2016

Number:	CA [R] AB 2790 - Updated (Hearing 04/29/2016)
Sponsor:	Asm. Adrin Nazarian (DEM-CA)
Title:	Taxicab drivers: study: licensure.
Abstract:	Sections 101 and 205 of, and to add Chapter 3.7 (commencing with Section 5700) to Division 3 of, of the Business and Professions Code, relating to professions and vocations.
Status:	From committee: Do pass and re-refer to Com. on APPR. (Ayes 14. Noes 0.) (April 18). Re-referred to Com. on APPR. - 04/19/2016

Number:	CA [R] AJR 25 - Updated (Text 01/29/2016)
Sponsor:	Asm. Tom Lackey (REP-CA)
Title:	Access to financial institutions.
Abstract:	Relative to cannabis businesses.
Status:	Chaptered by Secretary of State - Res. Chapter 202, Statutes of 2015. - 09/25/2015

Number:	CA [R] SB 69 - Updated (Text 02/05/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. Mark Leno (DEM-CA)
Title:	Budget Act of 2015.
Abstract:	An act making appropriations for the support of the government of the State of California and for several public purposes in accordance with the provisions of Section 12 of Article IV of the Constitution of the State of California, relating to the State Budget, to take effect immediately, budget bill.
Status:	Returned to Secretary of Senate pursuant to Joint Rule 56. - 02/01/2016

Number:	CA [R] SB 76 - Updated (Text 02/05/2016)
Sponsor:	Committee on Budget and Fiscal Review
Title:	Transportation.
Abstract:	Section 6100 of, and to add Sections 12025.1 and 12025.2 to, the Fish and Game Code, to add Section 8687.9 to the Government Code, to amend Section 4629.6 of the Public Resources Code, and to amend Section 81046 of, to amend, repeal, and add Section 13442 of, and to add Sections 189 and 81023 to, the Water Code, relating to water, and making an appropriation therefor, to take effect immediately, bill related to the budget. Sections 99314.6 and 185035 of, and to add Section 185033.5 to, the Public Utilities Code, to repeal and add Section 7104.4 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, to amend Sections 73.1, 156.1, 157.2, and 894.6 of, to add Sections 156.5, 894.9, and 2106.6 to, to add and repeal Section 73.2 of, and to repeal Article 4 (commencing with Section 894.6) of Chapter 8 of Division 1 ...
Status:	From committee with author's amendments. Read second time and amended. Re-referred to Com. on BUDGET. - 06/11/2015

Number:	CA [R] SB 140 - Updated (Text 02/05/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. Mark Leno (DEM-CA)
Title:	Electronic cigarettes.
Abstract:	Sections 22973 and 22980.2 of, and to add Section 22971.7 to, the Business and Professions Code, to amend Section 1947.5 of the Civil Code, to amend Section 48901 of the Education Code, to amend Section 7597 of the Government Code, to amend Sections 1234, 1286, 1530.7, 1596.795, 104495, 114332.3, 114371, 118910, 118925, and 118948 of, and to repeal Section 119405 of, the Health and Safety Code, to amend Section 6404.5 of the Labor Code, to amend Section 308 of the Penal Code, to amend Sections 561 and 99580 of the Public Utilities Code, and to amend Section 12523 of the Vehicle Code, relating to electronic cigarettes.
Status:	July 8 set for first hearing. Held in committee without recommendation. - 07/08/2015

Number:	CA [R] SB 212 - Updated (Text 01/29/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. Tony Mendoza (DEM-CA)
Title:	Controlled substances: factors in aggravation.
Abstract:	An act to amend Section 11379.6 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to controlled substances.
Status:	Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 141, Statutes of 2015. - 08/07/2015

Number:	CA [R] SB 297 - Updated (Text 02/05/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. Mike McGuire (DEM-CA)
Title:	Medical marijuana.
Abstract:	Section 10508 to, the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to public social services. relating to medical marijuana.
Status:	Returned to Secretary of Senate pursuant to Joint Rule 56. - 02/01/2016

Number:	CA [R] SB 303 - Updated (Text 01/29/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. Ben Hueso (DEM-CA)
Title:	Controlled substances: destruction of seized marijuana.
Abstract:	An act to amend Section 11479 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to controlled substances.
Status:	Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 713, Statutes of 2015. - 10/09/2015

Number:	CA [R] SB 305 - Updated (Status 02/02/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. Patricia Bates (REP-CA)
Title:	Enhancements: concentrated cannabis.
Abstract:	An act to amend Sections 11379.6 and 11379.7 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to crimes.
Status:	Returned to Secretary of Senate pursuant to Joint Rule 56. - 02/01/2016

Number:	CA [R] SB 435 - Updated (Text 01/29/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. Richard Pan (DEM-CA)
Title:	Medical Marijuana: personal cultivation.
Abstract:	Section 24300) to Division 20 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to health care. amend Section 11362.777 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to medical marijuana.
Status:	Joint Rule 62(a) suspended. - 01/19/2016

Number:	CA [R] SB 564 - Updated (New 01/06/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. Anthony Cannella (REP-CA)
Title:	Vehicles: school zone fines.
Abstract:	An act to add Section 42011 to the Vehicle Code, relating to vehicles.
Status:	June 29 set for first hearing canceled at the request of author. - 06/29/2015

Number:	CA [R] SB 643 - Updated (Text 01/29/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. Mike McGuire (DEM-CA)
Title:	Medical marijuana.
Abstract:	Article 25 (commencing with Section 2525) to Chapter 5 of Division 2 of, and to add Article 6 (commencing with Section 19331), Article 7.5 (commencing with Section 19335), Article 8 (commencing with Section 19337), and Article 11 (commencing with Section 19348) to Chapter 3.5 of Division 8 of, the Business and Professions Code, relating to medical marijuana.
Status:	Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 719, Statutes of 2015. - 10/09/2015

Number:	CA [R] SB 825 - Updated (Status 01/09/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. Mark Leno (DEM-CA)
Title:	Budget Act of 2016.
Abstract:	An act making appropriations for the support of the government of the State of California and for several public purposes in accordance with the provisions of Section 12 of Article IV of the Constitution of the State of California, relating to the state budget, to take effect immediately, budget bill.
Status:	From printer. - 01/08/2016

Number:	CA [R] SB 987 - Updated (Status 04/20/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. Mike McGuire (DEM-CA)
Title:	Taxation: medical marijuana: Marijuana Value Tax Act.
Abstract:	An act to add Part 17 (commencing with Section 37001) to Division 2 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, relating to medical marijuana.
Status:	April 18 hearing: Placed on APPR. suspense file. - 04/18/2016

Number:	CA [R] SB 1073 - Updated (Text, Status 04/27/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. Bill Monning (DEM-CA)
Title:	Residential housing: lead-based paint.
Abstract:	Sections 105250, 105251, and 131051 of, and to add Sections 105249, 105251.1, 105251.2, and 105251.3 to, the Health and Safety Code, relating to public health.
Status:	Read second time and amended. Re-referred to Com. on APPR. - 04/26/2016

Number:	CA [R] SB 1116 - Updated (Status 02/26/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. Mike McGuire (DEM-CA)
Title:	Medical marijuana: tax.
Abstract:	An act to amend Section 19348 of the Business and Professions Code, relating to medical marijuana.
Status:	Referred to Com. on GOV. & F. - 02/25/2016

Number:	CA [R] SB 1171 - Updated (Status 04/09/2016)
Sponsor:	Committee on Judiciary
Title:	Maintenance of the codes.
Abstract:	Sections 655, 1264, 2554, 2556.1, 2715, 2759, 3020, 4430, 6026.7, 6360, 6410.5, 7541.1, 7685, 7818, 19351, and 19861 of the Business and Professions Code, to amend Sections 48a, 52.5, 1770, 1798.29, and 1798.82 of the Civil Code, to amend Sections 437c, 472a, 527.6, 765.030, 832, 835, 1084, 1097, 2025.010, 2031.010, 2033.010, 2035.010, 2036.010, and 2093 of, to amend and renumber Sections 850, 851, 852, 853, 854, 855, and 856 of, and to amend the heading of Chapter 8 (commencing with Section 850) of Title 10 of Part 2 of, the Code of Civil Procedure, to amend Sections 2105, 2207, 17708.02, 25100, and 25247 of the Corporations Code, to amend Sections 221.6, 1313, 8340.4, 17250.25, 17250.35, 33353.7, 41360, 41422, 42925, 44977.5, 44984, 45192, 46392, 48204.2, 51421.5, 51745.6, 66302, ...
Status:	In Assembly. Read first time. Held at Desk. - 04/07/2016

Number:	CA [R] SB 1174 - Updated (Status, Hearing 04/26/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. Mike McGuire (DEM-CA)
Title:	Medi-Cal: children: prescribing patterns: psychotropic medications.
Abstract:	An act to amend Section 2220.05 of, and to add Section 2245 to, the Business and Professions Code, and to add Section 14028 to the Welfare and Institutions Code, relating to Medi-Cal.
Status:	April 25 hearing: Placed on APPR. suspense file. - 04/25/2016

California - 2nd Special Session - Adjourned 2015-2016

2 Bills

Number:	CA [SS 2] ABX2 6 - Updated (Status 04/01/2016)
Sponsor:	Asm. Jim Cooper (DEM-CA)
Title:	Electronic cigarettes.
Abstract:	Sections 22973 and 22980.2 of, and to add Section 22971.7 to, the Business and Professions Code, to amend Section 1947.5 of the Civil Code, to amend Section 48901 of the Education Code, to amend Section 7597 of the Government Code, to amend Sections 1234, 1286, 1530.7, 1596.795, 104495, 114332.3, 114371, 118910, 118925, and 118948 of, to add Section 119406 to, and to repeal Section 119405 of, the Health and Safety Code, to amend Section 6404.5 of the Labor Code, to amend Section 308 of the Penal Code, to amend Sections 561 and 99580 of the Public Utilities Code, and to amend Section 12523 of the Vehicle Code, relating to electronic cigarettes.
Status:	Died on third reading file. - 03/15/2016

Number:	CA [SS 2] SBX2 5 - Updated (Text, Status 03/18/2016)
Sponsor:	Sen. Mark Leno (DEM-CA)
Title:	Electronic cigarettes.
Abstract:	Business and Professions Code, to amend Section 1947.5 of the Civil Code, to amend Section 48901 of the Education Code, to amend Section 7597 of the Government Code, to amend Sections 1234, 1286, 1530.7, 1596.795, 104495, 114332.3, 114371, 118910, 118925, and 118948 of, to add Section 119406 to, and to repeal Section 119405 of, the Health and Safety Code, to amend Section 6404.5 of the Labor Code, to amend Section 308 of the Penal Code, to amend Sections 561 and 99580 of the Public Utilities Code, and to amend Section 12523 of the Vehicle Code, relating to electronic cigarettes.
Status:	Assembly amendments concurred in. (Ayes 26. Noes 11.) Ordered to engrossing and enrolling. - 03/10/2016