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National Cannabis Research: Safety, Medical Use, and Public Health Data.

This law establishes a national research agenda focused on cannabis safety, therapeutic effectiveness (e.g., as an opioid alternative), and long-term health impacts. It creates up to ten Centers of Excellence to facilitate clinical trials and testing of state-legal products, ensuring citizens receive reliable information about both the benefits and risks of cannabis use.
Key points
The government will launch a national research plan to determine if cannabis is safe and effective for treating conditions like epilepsy, PTSD, and chronic pain.
Up to 10 specialized research centers (Centers of Excellence) will be established and funded to conduct long-term, interdisciplinary studies on cannabis.
Rules are eased for researchers at these centers to legally study and test cannabis products already available under state laws, speeding up data collection on dosages and safety.
Increased public health surveillance will collect data on cannabis use across the population, focusing on health outcomes, emergency room visits, and risks to vulnerable groups.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_8901
Sponsor: Rep. Peters, Scott H. [D-CA-50]
Process start date: 2024-06-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Cannabis Research Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8901.

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 2024-06-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The government will launch a national research plan to determine if cannabis is safe and effective for treating conditions like epilepsy, PTSD, and chronic pain.
  • Up to 10 specialized research centers (Centers of Excellence) will be established and funded to conduct long-term, interdisciplinary studies on cannabis.
  • Rules are eased for researchers at these centers to legally study and test cannabis products already available under state laws, speeding up data collection on dosages and safety.
  • Increased public health surveillance will collect data on cannabis use across the population, focusing on health outcomes, emergency room visits, and risks to vulnerable groups.
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. Peters, Scott H. [D-CA-50].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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