From veterans to patients managing chronic pain and serious illness, medical cannabis has meant real relief and a way off the opioids that have hollowed out so many Tennessee families. Seven of Tennessee's eight border states already have programs that have legalized the regulated sale of medical cannabis, and Tennessee is missing out on this tax revenue. Clear regulations will protect consumers while reducing unnecessary enforcement burdens on law enforcement. On recreational legalization, Lauren wants to see a well-run medical program work and let the evidence guide the next steps.
