GMCS monitors every bill affecting Georgia's medical cannabis program — from patient access and qualifying conditions to employer protections and caregiver rights. Updated each legislative session.
Signed into law May 12, 2026. Allows plant material via vaporization (registered patients 21+), introduces a milligram dosing system (up to 12,000mg THC), expands qualifying conditions, extends registry cards to 5 years, and permits electronic cards.
Requires physicians to submit certain information to the Georgia Composite Medical Board when certifying patients eligible for the Low THC Oil Patient Registry. Signed into law May 11, 2026.
Would have repealed Article 2 of Chapter 1 of the Drug-free Postsecondary Education Act of 1990, removing outdated drug-free campus provisions that may conflict with medical cannabis patient rights. Died at end of session.
House companion bill to SB 220. Would have expanded patient access to medical cannabis, updated qualifying conditions, and modernized the registry program. Superseded by SB 220 which was signed into law.
Would have provided limits on the total concentration of THC and other intoxicating cannabinoids in consumable hemp products sold in Georgia. Died at end of session.
Would have reformed sentencing and time-served provisions for certain criminal offenses, with potential implications for cannabis-related convictions. Died at end of session.
Would have repealed certain advertising restrictions on licensed medical cannabis dispensaries in Georgia. Withdrawn and recommitted; died at end of session.
Would have enacted the PEACH Act, expanding patient access to medical cannabis in Georgia. Key provisions were incorporated into SB 220, which was signed into law.
Would have provided limitations on law enforcement stops, searches, seizures, or arrests based solely on the scent of marijuana, cannabis, or hemp. Died at end of session — GMCS will push for reintroduction in 2027–2028.
Would have codified a proclamation granting a pardon for the offense of simple possession of marijuana. Died at end of session.
Would have created a Joint Study Committee to examine intoxicating cannabinoids in consumable hemp products. Withdrawn and recommitted; died at end of session.
Creates a Senate Study Committee to examine intoxicating cannabinoids in consumable hemp products. Passed the Senate.
Would have enacted a tax credit for Georgia hemp industry businesses. Died at end of session.
Would have established provisions for possession of four grams or more of fentanyl as a controlled substance offense. Died at end of session.
Authorizes production and sale of cottage food items with certain exemptions, requirements, and disclosures. Signed into law May 13, 2025.
Addressed licensing, oversight, and operational requirements for Georgia's Access to Medical Cannabis Commission and licensed dispensaries.
Expanded the list of qualifying conditions for Georgia's Medical Cannabis Registry and updated patient registration procedures.
Anticipated legislation to prohibit employers from discriminating against employees or job applicants solely on the basis of their status as a registered medical cannabis patient. GMCS will actively support this bill when introduced.
Reintroduction of HB 496 from the 2025–2026 session. Would prohibit law enforcement from stopping, searching, or arresting a registered patient based solely on the scent of cannabis or hemp. GMCS will push hard for passage.
Would clarify and strengthen the rights of designated caregivers under Georgia's medical cannabis program, including transportation, administration, and access provisions for patients who cannot self-administer.
Expected reintroduction of hemp THC regulation legislation following the 2025–2026 study committee. GMCS will monitor to ensure any framework protects registered medical cannabis patients and does not restrict their access.
Bill status information is maintained by GMCS staff and updated on a best-effort basis during the legislative session. For official bill text and real-time status, visit the Georgia General Assembly website at legis.ga.gov. legis.ga.gov
No bill has been introduced yet for these policy priorities. When legislation is filed, GMCS will track it here and mobilize patient advocates.
Would prohibit employers from discriminating against employees or job applicants solely on the basis of their status as a registered medical cannabis patient in Georgia. No Georgian should lose their job for following their doctor's recommendation.
Would clarify and strengthen the legal rights and responsibilities of registered caregivers under Georgia's Medical Cannabis Registry, including transportation and possession provisions. Caregivers are the unsung heroes of Georgia's medical cannabis program.
These are policy priorities GMCS will actively support when legislation is formally introduced in the Georgia General Assembly. They will move to the Tracked Legislation section above once a bill number is assigned.
Currently moving through the legislative process — in committee, on the floor, or awaiting a vote.
GMCS is watching this legislation. Not yet introduced or in early stages.
Signed into law or otherwise enacted.
Did not pass during the session. May be reintroduced in a future session.
Anticipated legislation for the upcoming 2027–2028 session. Not yet formally introduced. GMCS is tracking and preparing to advocate.
A legislator introduces a bill in the House or Senate. It is assigned a number and referred to a committee.
The relevant committee holds hearings, takes testimony, and votes on whether to advance the bill.
If passed by committee, the full chamber debates and votes. The bill then moves to the other chamber.
If both chambers pass the bill, it goes to the Governor to sign into law or veto.
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