VA Medicinal Cannabis Research Act of 2018

United States115th CongressHR-5520House of Representatives
Updated: May 18, 2018

Summary

VA Medicinal Cannabis Research Act of 2018 This bill authorizes the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to conduct and support research on the efficacy and safety of certain forms of cannabis and cannabis delivery for veterans enrolled in the VA health care system diagnosed with conditions such as chronic pain or post-traumatic stress disorder. Collected data shall be preserved in a manner that facilitates further research.

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  1. Subcommittee on Health Discharged.

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  2. Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

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  3. Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 533.

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  4. Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Veterans' Affairs. H. Rept. 115-690.

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