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VA Medicinal Cannabis Research Act of 2019
11/1/2022, 2:32 PM
Congressional Summary of HR 712
VA Medicinal Cannabis Research Act of 2019
This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to conduct a clinical trial of the effects of medical-grade cannabis on the health outcomes of covered veterans diagnosed with chronic pain, and also those diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder. Covered veterans are those who are enrolled in the VA patient enrollment system for hospital care and medical services.
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Current Status of Bill HR 712
Bill HR 712 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 23, 2019. Bill HR 712 was introduced during Congress 116 and was introduced to the House on January 23, 2019. Bill HR 712's most recent activity was Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote. as of March 12, 2020
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 712
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
105Democrat Cosponsors
96Republican Cosponsors
9Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 712
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityPotential Impact Areas
- Alternative treatments
- Congressional oversight
- Drug trafficking and controlled substances
- Government studies and investigations
- Health information and medical records
- Medical research
- Mental health
- Neurological disorders
- Veterans' medical care
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 712
VA Medicinal Cannabis Research Act of 2019
To direct the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to carry out a clinical trial of the effects of cannabis on certain health outcomes of adults with chronic pain and post-traumatic stress disorder, and for other purposes.
VA Medicinal Cannabis Research Act of 2019
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 712
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