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Terminally Ill Patients Would Be Able To Use Medical Marijuana In Pennsylvania Hospitals Under New Bipartisan Bill

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October 07 2025

Overview

Bipartisan senators introduced a bill allowing terminally ill patients to use medical cannabis in Pennsylvania hospitals.Named “Ryan’s Law” after cancer patient Ryan Bartell, it mirrors California’s legislation.

Purpose

Ensures access to non-smokeable medical cannabis for terminally ill patients.
Helps manage pain while keeping patients alert for family visits.
Clarifies legal gray areas around medical cannabis in hospitals.

Key Provisions

Amends state medical cannabis law for hospital use.
Permits non-smokeable cannabis products for qualifying patients.
Requires hospitals to set storage and usage guidelines.
Facilities aren’t obligated to recommend or include cannabis in discharge plans.
Allows suspension of policy if federal enforcement occurs.

Inspiration

Ryan Bartell, a cancer patient, used cannabis in Washington to stay alert during hospital visits, unlike sedating opioids.

“Hospitals need guidance to provide compassionate care,” said Sen. John Kane (D).

Political Context

Bill has 17 bipartisan cosponsors.
Faces challenges amid broader adult-use legalization debates.
Senate’s GOP-led Law and Justice Committee resists state-run sales models.
Gov. Josh Shapiro (D) supports legalization with equity provisions.

Related: Pennsylvania voters favor licensed private businesses for cannabis sales

Opposition

Senate Majority Leader Pittman and Sen. Scott Martin oppose adult-use legalization.
Treasurer Stacy Garrity (R) questions revenue projections, citing Ohio’s $115M versus Shapiro’s $536.5M estimate.

Broader Legalization Efforts

Sens. Sharif Street (D) and Dan Laughlin (R) push bipartisan legalization.
House Democrats advocate for state-run sales model.
Federal rescheduling could sway GOP support, per Street.

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Outlook

Ryan’s Law aims to provide compassionate care for the terminally ill.Legalization debates continue, with growing voter support but legislative hurdles.ng workers’ compensation.