Cannabis in the Keystone State: Where Are We and How Did We Get Here?

This course, presented by medical marijuana attorneys Christine Taylor Brann and William Roark, will explore the emerging cannabis industry in Pennsylvania by discussing the intersections between medical marijuana, hemp, and various legal practices. The course, the time for which is divided equally between Pennsylvania's Medical Marijuana Act and Pennsylvania's Industrial Hemp Program, includes a review of the past two years, a discussion of current events, and concludes with a review of issues for which lawyers in Pennsylvania need to be on the lookout.

Learning Objectives:

1. Gain an overview of Pennsylvania's Medical Marijuana Act and Pennsylvania's Industrial Hemp Program
2. Explore the history of the state's legislation and the current status of the cannabis industry in Pennsylvania
3. Identify current events impacting Pennsylvania's medical cannabis practice
4. Consider the myriad of issues on the horizon for the cannabis industry and their potential impact