The initiative passed via public referendum on November 8, 2016, with 58% of voters supporting and 42% opposing.

I-182 allows a single treating physician to certify medical marijuana for a patient diagnosed with chronic pain and includes post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as a “debilitating medical condition” for which a physician may certify medical marijuana.

Licensing requirements, fees and prohibitions are detailed for medical marijuana dispensaries and testing laboratories.

I-182 repeals the requirement that physicians who provide certifications for 25 or more patients annually be referred to the board of medical examiners.

I-182 removes the authority of law enforcement to conduct unannounced inspections of medical marijuana facilities, and requires annual inspections by the State.