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Veterans: Safe Medical Marijuana Use and Research on its Effects.

This act aims to allow veterans to use, possess, and transport medical marijuana in states or tribal lands where it is legal. Department of Veterans Affairs physicians will be able to discuss and recommend this therapy to veterans. Additionally, the act mandates studies on the effects of medical marijuana on veterans' pain and its role in reducing opioid use.
Key points
Veterans can legally use medical marijuana in states and tribal lands where permitted, without federal penalties.
VA physicians can discuss and recommend medical marijuana as a treatment option for veterans.
Studies will be conducted on medical marijuana's effects on veteran pain and its potential to reduce opioid dependence.
The safe harbor provisions for veterans' medical marijuana use will be in effect for five years from enactment.
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Additional Information
Veterans Medical Marijuana Safe Harbor Act
Print number: HR 2588
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-13]
Process start date: 2021-04-15
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Veterans: Safe Medical Marijuana Use and Research on its Effects.

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HR 2588.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-04-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Veterans can legally use medical marijuana in states and tribal lands where permitted, without federal penalties.
  • VA physicians can discuss and recommend medical marijuana as a treatment option for veterans.
  • Studies will be conducted on medical marijuana's effects on veteran pain and its potential to reduce opioid dependence.
  • The safe harbor provisions for veterans' medical marijuana use will be in effect for five years from enactment.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Lee, Barbara [D-CA-13].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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