Kentucky has registered over 15,000 patients for the state’s yet unlaunched medical cannabis program, Gov. Andy Beshear (D) announced in a press event on Thursday. Additionally, 500 medical practitioners in the state have been certified to prescribe medical cannabis. “Since taking office, my administration has been committed to providing access to healthcare and creating safe […]
There is a rich history of hemp cultivation dating back to 1775 in Kentucky. Now, all cannabis products but CBD oil are illegal in the Southern US state. There was a push to legalize medical cannabis in 2020. However, due to the global pandemic, the bill did not make it to a vote. Learn more about Kentucky cannabis history and news:
