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HB 6058

AN ACT CONCERNING THE STATE'S MEDICAL CANNABIS PROGRAM.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Josh Elliott and 2 co-sponsors

HB 6058 modifies Connecticut's medical cannabis program through regulatory or eligibility changes currently under legislative review.

REF. TO JOINT COMM. ON General Law
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Bill Summary · HB 6058

Legislative bill overview

HB 6058 proposes modifications to Connecticut's existing medical cannabis program. The bill was recently introduced and referred to the Joint Committee on General Law for review. Without access to the specific text, the exact nature of proposed changes—whether expanding patient access, modifying cultivation rules, adjusting licensing procedures, or other regulatory adjustments—cannot be detailed.

Why is this important

Connecticut's medical cannabis program affects thousands of registered patients relying on cannabis for treatment of conditions like chronic pain, PTSD, and epilepsy. Any legislative changes could impact patient access, pricing, product availability, and the state's regulatory framework. Given Connecticut's neighboring states' varying cannabis policies, program modifications may also influence interstate commerce considerations.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of patient eligibility – Disagreements may arise over which conditions qualify for medical cannabis access and whether the list should expand or contract
  • Cultivation and licensing rules – Conflicts between patient advocates wanting affordable access, cultivators seeking business stability, and regulators concerned with oversight
  • Program funding and pricing – Tension between maintaining affordable medication for patients and ensuring sufficient state revenue and program sustainability

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

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