“Recreational marijuana use is not something we want in our state, but that should not keep us from doing the right thing for those dealing” with chronic and debilitating conditions, Lee said.
Politician Info
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Michael Lee (R - NC)
Holds office State Senate District 7
Position on Marijuana Legalization
Lee said SB711 also could be applied as an educational tool about overall marijuana use for teens and young adults.
Position on Medical Marijuana
Response to 2020 NC Family Policy Council's question “Should North Carolina legalize the use of marijuana for medical purposes?” UNDECIDED
Comments
B+ Legislator was a primary sponsor of a medical marijuana bill and/or a decriminalization bill.
Voting History:
SB 3 NC Compassionate Care Act: YES - 2023
SB 711 NC Compassionate Care Act: YES - 2022
SB 124 LEO Managed CBD Oil Drop Box: YES - 2018
HB 992/SB 771 Amend Industrial Hemp Definition: YES - 2016
SB 313 Industrial Hemp: YES - 2015
HB 766 Amend CBD Oil Statute: YES - 2015
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Contact Michael Lee
Email: Michael.Lee@ncleg.gov
Web: https://www.ncleg.gov/Members/Biography/s/387
Phone: 919-715-2525
Address
300 North Salisbury Street, Room 523
Raleigh, NC 27603