Press release
Trade Association Calls for Leadership and a Special Session to Create Responsible Rules and Regulations for a Timely Implementation of SQ788
OKLAHOMA CITY – Oklahoma voters made the compassionate decision to legalize medical marijuana with the passage of State Question 788. Bud Scott, the Executive Director of New Health Solutions Oklahoma, Inc., the trade association for the medical cannabis industry in Oklahoma, said the vote was a victory for Oklahomans who are suffering from a variety of medical conditions.
“Almost all of us know someone who is suffering from cancer, PTSD, seizures, or one of the dozens of medical conditions and illnesses that medical cannabis is proven to be effective in treating,” said Scott. “This vote was a victory for them. I am proud and honored to have worked alongside thousands of Oklahomans who pushed for this change.”
“The will of the people is clear: they want Oklahomans to have access to this medical product,” said Scott. “For that to happen, we need an orderly and fairly regulated marketplace with responsible rules and regulations consistent with the spirit of SQ 788. The medical cannabis industry is ready to work together with lawmakers, regulatory agencies, and the medical community at-large to develop those rules and regulations in a timely manner.”
New Health Solutions Oklahoma, Inc., Political Director, Jed Green, says, “The voice of the people has been deafening. Our campaign has only begun. We look forward to working with our elected representatives and communicating the results of those efforts with the people of Oklahoma. Our hope is that leadership is displayed by the Governor and members of the Legislature in a timely implementation of the medical cannabis program.”
About New Health Solutions Oklahoma
Located in the heart of Oklahoma City, NHSO consists of members of Oklahoma's business, medical, legal and agricultural communities committed to supporting new economic opportunities and healthy enterprises. Representing a broad spectrum of experience, skillets, and interests, NHSO brings a wealth of knowledge and assets to the development of public policy and market opportunities, specifically related to the emerging medical cannabis industry in Oklahoma. Through responsible regulations, public education and community outreach, we strive to provide Oklahoman's with access to new forms of medical relief, while creating innovative investment opportunities. NHSO and its members are committed to working with the business, medical, legal and agricultural community to ensure the responsible development of the medical cannabis industry in Oklahoma, while preserving public health, deterring drug and alcohol abuse by Oklahoma's youths, and combating the illicit drug trade.