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HSB 240

A bill for an act relating to the issuance of a medical cannabidiol registration card to a person who is not a resident of Iowa.

2025-2026 Regular Session

HSB 240 - Medical Cannabidiol Registration for Nonresidents OverviewBill Number: HSB 240 Title: A bill for an act relating to the issuance of a medical cannabidiol registration ca

Committee report approving bill, renumbered as HF 995.
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Bill Summary · HSB 240

HSB 240 - Medical Cannabidiol Registration for Nonresidents

Overview

Bill Number: HSB 240
Title: A bill for an act relating to the issuance of a medical cannabidiol registration card to a person who is not a resident of Iowa.
Status: Committee report approving bill, renumbered as HF 995.
Introduced: February 20, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of this bill is to allow the Iowa Department of Public Health to issue medical cannabidiol registration cards to individuals who are not residents of Iowa. Currently, only Iowa residents can obtain these cards, which permit the possession and use of medical cannabis products. By expanding access to nonresidents, the bill aims to provide greater flexibility and options for patients seeking medical cannabidiol treatment.

Key Provisions

  • Authorizes the Iowa Department of Public Health to issue medical cannabidiol registration cards to individuals who are not residents of Iowa.
  • Requires nonresident applicants to provide proof of a qualifying medical condition and a valid medical cannabidiol registration card or its equivalent from their state of residence.
  • Establishes that nonresident registration cards will be valid for the same duration as Iowa resident cards (up to one year).
  • Specifies that nonresident cardholders must abide by Iowa's medical cannabidiol laws and regulations regarding possession limits, purchasing, and use.
  • Directs the Department of Public Health to adopt rules for the application and issuance process for nonresident registration cards.

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Nonresident individuals with qualifying medical conditions who seek access to medical cannabidiol products.
  • The Iowa Department of Public Health, which will be responsible for processing applications and issuing nonresident registration cards.
  • Iowa's medical cannabidiol dispensaries, which may see an increase in customers and sales from nonresident cardholders.
  • Potential positive impacts for nonresident patients in terms of improved access to medical cannabidiol treatments.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

This bill has been approved by the relevant committee and has been renumbered as HF 995. It will now proceed to the full Iowa House of Representatives for further consideration and a potential vote. If passed by the House, the bill would then move to the Iowa Senate for review and approval before being sent to the governor for signature into law.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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