Cannabis advocates push Governor for special marijuana session – Medical Marijuana Program Connection

SCOTTSBORO, Ala. (WHNT) – Companies that were issued licenses for medical marijuana are facing a legal battle that’s delaying the disbursement of medical cannabis in the state. 

The Alabama Medical Cannabis Coalition has heard the pleas from patients who suffer with pain.

They’re asking the governor to call a special session instead of waiting months for the legislative session that’s further delayed the process for those with qualifying medical conditions. 

In August the state Medical Cannabis Commission awarded 21 licenses for medical marijuana cultivation and distribution. 

A few days later, the commission halted the process after finding “potential inconsistencies in the tabulation of scoring” in the application process. Shortly after, some vendors seeking licenses, like Mountaintop Dispensary in Scottsboro, filed lawsuits.   

“We are a trainwreck in the state as far as the medical program is concerned,” John Deitz of Mountaintop told News 19. “The commission has let down not only the state of Alabama but potential patients for this program.”