Kentucky's medical cannabis program launches Dec 1, with patient applications starting Jan 1, 2025.

Kentucky is launching its medical cannabis program, allowing doctors to prescribe it for conditions like cancer and PTSD starting December 1. An online directory of authorized practitioners will be available on December 1, and patients can apply for medical cannabis cards beginning January 1, 2025. While the drug will be legal in Kentucky as of January 1, 2025, availability is expected in spring or summer due to dispensary inspections. Kentucky is holding lotteries for dispensary licenses on November 25 and December 16.

November 21, 2024
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