By Becky Dansky
On June 1, 2012, Of the 24 states that have effective medical marijuana programs, Connecticut is the only state that does not allow access for younger patients.
A bill currently being considered, HB 5450, would allow minors to be qualifying patients. It would also allow dispensaries to distribute marijuana to hospices and other inpatient facilities and would allow nurses to administer marijuana in licensed health care facilities.
If you are a Connecticut resident, please urge the senate to swiftly pass legislation to help Connecticut’s seriously ill children.
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