As
required by SQ 788, the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority has posted
application information and instructions for patients and businesses interested
in obtaining medical marijuana licenses.
The
information is now available at OMMA.ok.gov.
Per SQ 788, applications can be submitted on August 25. No application
documents will be accepted by mail or in person. Only documents submitted
online will be considered as part of a complete application.
“Our
staff has worked nonstop over the past three months to develop this process and
I commend their effort,” said Oklahoma State Department of Health Interim
Commissioner Tom Bates. “The information provided today should answer many of
the questions we have been receiving about what is required to apply.”
SQ 788
also established a Food Safety Standards Board and each appointment will be
made by the Commissioner of Health, as specified in the new law. The nominees
for the 12 positions will need to have expertise in the marijuana industry as
well as public health and clinical science. Public announcement of the
appointees will be made shortly following the special meeting of the Oklahoma
State Board of Health next week.
“We
have received a good list of candidates to be appointed,” said Commissioner
Bates. “However, this is a new industry in our state, and we want to make sure
the qualifications of each appointee are properly vetted.”
For
questions about the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority or the application
process, please contact OMMA@ok.gov.
Important Note: Information regarding applications reflects
recent changes recommended by the Oklahoma Attorney General. All information is
subject to change and is pending official adoption of emergency rules by the
Oklahoma Board of Health and approval from the Governor. The Oklahoma State
Department of Health will keep OMMA.ok.gov
updated with the most current information.
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