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PA bill targets ‘extraordinary’ medical marijuana certifications

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HARRISBURG — A series of Spotlight PA investigations has led state lawmakers to intensify their scrutiny of Pennsylvania’s medical marijuana program. A bill that includes doctor oversight measures prompted by Spotlight PA’s reporting passed out of the state House with large bipartisan support in March. Meanwhile, a Republican state senator used the newsroom’s findings as she questioned top officials in the Shapiro administration. “What are we do…

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Medical marijuana oversight bill advances after Spotlight PA investigations reveal doctor concerns

A bipartisan bill to increase oversight of Pennsylvania’s medical marijuana program cleared the state House after Spotlight PA investigations revealed concerns about doctor practices and patient care.

4 days ago·Harrisburg, United States

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PA bill targets ‘extraordinary’ medical marijuana certifications

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GrowCola.com

Pennsylvania might tighten medical marijuana recommendation rules

Pennsylvania is considering tightening the rules for physicians providing medical marijuana recommendations. Pennsylvania’s MMJ program has been a success with total sales nearing $7 billion from 2020 through 2024, but lawmakers are starting to question whether it’s too easy to obtain a patient registration, according to Spotlight PA. ADVERTISEMENT So the state House has passed a bill – introduced by Republican Rep. Tim Twardzik – that would all…

3 days ago

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The Standard-Journal

Pa. lawmakers ramp up scrutiny of medical marijuana program

HARRISBURG — A series of Spotlight PA investigations has led state lawmakers to intensify their scrutiny of Pennsylvania’s medical marijuana program.

3 days ago·Milton, United States

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newtownpanow.com

Medical Marijuana Oversight Bill Advances After Spotlight PA Investigations Reveal Doctor Worries

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statecollege.com

Medical Marijuana Oversight Bill Advances Sfter Spotlight PA Investigations Reveal Doctor Concerns

Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in Pennsylvania. Sign up for our free newsletters. HARRISBURG — A series of Spotlight PA investigations has led state lawmakers to intensify their scrutiny of Pennsylvania’s medical marijuana program. A bill that includes doctor oversight measures prompted by Spotlight PA’…

4 days ago·State College, United States

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