Chairman of Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission resigns

a radiation oncologist from Dothan, notified the AMCC of his resignation Thursday, said Brittany Peters, communications director for the commission.

Stokes’ resignation comes after a lawsuit was filed July 25 challenging his position on the AMCC. The lawsuit said Stokes was ineligible for the position because he is a trustee of the University of South Alabama. The legislation creating the AMCC prohibits public officials from serving on the commission, and Stokes is a public official because of his position as a USA trustee, the lawsuit said.Stokes has served as chair of the AMCC since it was formed two years ago.

AMCC officials have said they hoped medical marijuana products could be available in Alabama by late this year or early next year. But the licensing process for businesses that want to be a part of the new industry has been delayed.

Health Health Latest News, Health Health Headlines

Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.

Chair of Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission resignsThe Chair of the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission is stepping down.
Source: FOX10News - 🏆 581. / 51 Read more »

Alabama Cannabis Commission chairman resignsDr. Steve Stokes vowed last week not to resign but changed his mind amid fears that staying on would further delay medical marijuana's availability in the state.
Source: WTVYNews4 - 🏆 590. / 51 Read more »

Medical cannabis supplier goodblend opening San Antonio storefrontThe retail spot in Stone Oak is scheduled to open the weekend of Aug. 26-27. SanAntonio SATX SanAntonioTX CannabisCommunity cannabisindustry Texas medicalmarijuana
Source: SAcurrent - 🏆 607. / 51 Read more »

Man accused of leaving girlfriend with medical issues in chair for 2 weeksThe suspect is charged with cruelty and abuse after police say the victim was found 'living in deplorable and unsanitary conditions.'
Source: cleveland19news - 🏆 70. / 68 Read more »