Since 1996, over 30 states across the nation have already legalized the sale and use of medical cannabis.
In Kentucky, the introduction of medical cannabis isn’t in place just yet, but it is taking a large step. Starting on July 1, businesses and medical practitioners wishing to apply for medical cannabis licenses may do so.
This new window of opportunity stems from Senate Bill 47, signed on March 31, which legalized medical cannabis in Kentucky, and House Bill 829, signed on April 17 allowing for the new application to open. Both were signed into law by Governor Andy Beshear.
The commonwealth will initially issue 48 dispensary licenses divided into 11 regions. Each region will receive at least four licenses each, except Lexington and Louisville, which will be allowed two each.
The window for the application closes on August 31. The lottery to determine what businesses will be approved will be in early October.
People will be able to file for an individual medical cannabis card on January 1, 2025.
For more information on the application process and the Office of Medical Cannabis, click here.
Source: WBKO
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