Pubdate: Thu, 04 Feb 2016
Source: Salt Lake Tribune (UT)
Copyright: 2016 The Salt Lake Tribune
Contact:  http://www.sltrib.com/
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Author: David Dowsett

WHY IS LEGAL MEDICAL CANNABIS TAKING SO LONG IN UTAH?

It is with profound sadness that we once again hear of a family 
forced to skirt the law to obtain small amounts of what our state 
deems illegal to treat their children.

And to hear the family is being harassed by Child and Family 
Services! A mother of four is forced to go into hiding for fear of 
having her child taken away or charges being filed against her.

What is unconscionable is the failure of our legislators and 
administrators to provide a meaningful solution. How are these 
people, some I assume with children, not moved to act swiftly and 
decisively? Does our governor not have the legal power or the moral 
responsibility to make this the priority it should be?

Apparently there are two pieces of legislation on the docket to 
address the issue. However, I fear political or moral agendas will 
water down or defeat these proposals. Not to mention that one of the 
bills is highly restrictive and would not come close to helping the 
family in need anyway.

Why is this so difficult? And why is it taking so long?

David Dowsett

Salt Lake City
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