{"id":29880,"date":"2023-11-06T08:00:23","date_gmt":"2023-11-06T13:00:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/?p=29880"},"modified":"2026-03-27T07:20:04","modified_gmt":"2026-03-27T11:20:04","slug":"us-cannabis-legalization-update-states-without-medical-cannabis-programs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/us-cannabis-legalization-update-states-without-medical-cannabis-programs\/","title":{"rendered":"U.S. Cannabis Legalization Update: Who&#8217;s Still Waiting and Who May Legalize"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Forty U.S. states and the District of Columbia currently have legal cannabis, medical or recreational. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite this massive shift in cannabis policy, however, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/mjbizdaily.com\/map-of-us-marijuana-legalization-by-state\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a few states<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are still dragging their feet on cannabis legalization. For example, there are some states where only CBD-based products are allowed. Others like Idaho, meanwhile, consider even simple CBD possession a crime.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sounds like a lot to keep track of? Don&#8217;t worry, that&#8217;s why we created the following list for you. Whether you&#8217;re planning a long road trip or flying to see family over the holidays \u2014 the following will ensure you stay on the right side of the law.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>&gt;&gt; Learn more: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/where-is-cannabis-legal\/\">Where is Cannabis Legal?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-30523 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Which-U.S.-states-still-prohibit-medical-cannabis-map.png\" alt=\"Which U.S. states still prohibit medical cannabis map\" width=\"486\" height=\"324\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Which-U.S.-states-still-prohibit-medical-cannabis-map.png 900w, https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Which-U.S.-states-still-prohibit-medical-cannabis-map-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Which-U.S.-states-still-prohibit-medical-cannabis-map-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 486px) 100vw, 486px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Idaho<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Idaho is one of the staunchest anti-cannabis states. It prohibits cannabis possession, use, purchase, sale, or cultivation, whether for recreation or medical purposes. Breaking the law here, even with only small amounts of cannabis, will result in misdemeanor charges. Subsequent violations or larger amounts of cannabis, meanwhile, will lead to felony charges.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To its credit, the state does seem to be making minor strides toward cannabis legalization lately. In 2015, Idaho state legalized CBD with a THC concentration of less than 3%. Further, after several failed attempts to legalize medical cannabis, there&#8217;s is finally enough steam to put an initiative on the state&#8217;s 2024 ballot.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Indiana<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Indiana prohibits the possession, use, purchase, sale, or cultivation of marijuana for both medical and recreational purposes. Possession of any quantity results in a misdemeanor for first-time offenders. Subsequent offenses and larger quantities result in felony charges. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Like Idaho, CBD with less than .3% THC is legal for treating qualifying health conditions and even recreationally.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Around 12 marijuana-related bills were proposed in the 2021 Legislative Session. Over a quarter of these focused on medical cannabis. This showed just how strong the bipartisan support for medical cannabis is in Indiana. That level of bipartisan support all but ensures the state will see some sort of legalization in the near future.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Kansas<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kansas prohibits cannabis use for both medical and recreational purposes. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here, possession-only offenses are classified as misdemeanors. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cannabis sale and delivery, meanwhile, are treated as felonies. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite this strict stance on cannabis, CBD is legal for both medical and recreational purposes. In Kansas, medicinal CBD entails a THC concentration under 5%. Recreational CBD, meanwhile, must be entirely THC-free.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Nebraska<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cannabis is illegal for both recreational and medical use in Nebraska. The state goes as far as punishing the mere possession of pipes and bongs with a fine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nebraska legislators pushed an initiative to establish a regulated framework for the cultivation and distribution of medical cannabis on the state&#8217;s 2020 ballot. Sadly, the Nebraska Supreme Court struck down the initiative.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pro-medical cannabis lawmakers are preparing to introduce medical legalization to the state&#8217;s 2024 ballot.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>North Carolina<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">North Carolina imposes strict prohibitions on cannabis for both medical and recreational purposes. Possession of up to 1.5 ounces leads to a misdemeanor. Larger quantities will get you a felony. Cannabis sale and delivery offenses are felonies.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In 2014, CBD with under 0.9% THC was legalized for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/north-carolina\/\">qualifying conditions<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Earlier in March, the Compassionate Care Act made its way to North Carolina&#8217;s Senate. The Act aimed to provide patients access to smokable flower for 15 medical conditions. Unfortunately, the bill faced stiff opposition and failed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>South Carolina<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In South Carolina, cannabis is illegal for both medical and recreational use. Possession gets you a misdemeanor charge. Sale and Delivery, meanwhile, result in felony charges.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, the state&#8217;s legislative landscape is evolving, with the passage of a bill to fully legalize medical cannabis in 2022. This progressive legislation, once implemented, means a brand new slew of patients will have access to cannabis medicine.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the meantime, the state allows CBD extracts for treating <a href=\"https:\/\/www.veriheal.com\/south-carolina\/\">qualifying health conditions<\/a> with less than 0.9% THC.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Tennessee<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tennessee is strict on cannabis, regardless of its purpose. Possession of any quantity is categorized as a misdemeanor, while sale and delivery offenses are considered felonies.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite these strict regulations, in 2014, the state legalized the use of CBD-rich cannabis extracts to treat intractable seizures. The only stipulation is that the extract has less than 0.9% THC.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tennessee was close to medical cannabis legalization in 2020. Unfortunately, the Senate postponed it until the federal government removes cannabis from Schedule I.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Wisconsin<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wisconsin has no state medical cannabis program and no licensed medical Marijuana dispensaries. However, there is an exception for low-THC\/high-CBD oil. \u201cLow-THC\u201d means products with less than 0.3% delta-9 THC, similar to hemp-derived CBD oils.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Marijuana possession, regardless of the amount, is a misdemeanor, punishable with up to six months in jail, and a $1,000 fine. Subsequent possession is a felony and attracts a 3.5-year prison sentence. Selling up to 200 grams or growing up to four plants is punishable by a 3.5-year prison sentence.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Wyoming<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wyoming is among the few states without a medical cannabis program. Medical users here face the same legal consequences as recreational users. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even a mere gram of high-THC cannabis can lead to misdemeanor charges. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Attempts at getting a medical cannabis initiative on the state&#8217;s ballot failed to get enough signatures.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In 2019, HB 197 was introduced into the state legislature. It aimed to reduce possession penalties to a maximum fine of $200 and a 20-day prison term. Unfortunately, the bill failed before it could get anywhere close to becoming a reality.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to a 2022 survey, 54% of Wyoming&#8217;s residents endorse cannabis legalization for recreational use. 86% of Wyomingites, meanwhile, expressed support for medical cannabis.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>States with Legalized Medical Marijuana<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While currently, 40 states and the District of Columbia have medical cannabis programs, each state with its unique rules and regulations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These states include Alaska, Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and West Virginia.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite the evolution of state-level cannabis legalization, marijuana remains classified as a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act of 1970, as defined by the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dea.gov\/drug-information\/drug-scheduling#:~:text=Schedule%20I%20drugs%2C%20substances%2C%20or,)%2C%20methaqualone%2C%20and%20peyote.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Schedule I drugs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are categorized as substances with &#8220;no currently accepted medical use and a high potential for abuse.&#8221; In this classification, cannabis is grouped with substances like heroin and LSD, while cocaine is designated as a Schedule II drug.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Forty U.S. states and the District of Columbia currently have legal cannabis, medical or recreational. Despite this massive shift in cannabis policy, however, a few states are still dragging their feet on cannabis legalization. For example, there are some states where only CBD-based products are allowed. Others like Idaho, meanwhile, consider even simple CBD possession&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":81,"featured_media":30522,"parent":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[255],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-29880","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v26.1 (Yoast SEO v26.1.1) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>US Cannabis Update: States Without Medical Programs<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Navigate the landscape of US cannabis legalization. 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