Politician Info
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Marilyn Avila (R - NC)
Biography
Position on Medical Marijuana
NC Spin 7/2/2014 - Lawmakers: This isn't marijuana
N.C. Rep. Marilyn Avila, R-Raleigh, explained that she was adamantly opposed to medical marijuana use, that this wasn’t a medical marijuana bill, that the dosage of the extract is controlled and that it is swallowed, not smoked, among other differences.
Sponsored Legislation
2015:
HB 766 Amend Cannabidiol Oil Statute.
2014:
HB 1220 Hope 4 Haley and Friends.
Comments
F Public opposition to significant marijuana law reform (adult use, medical, and/or decriminalization) but may have sponsored and/or voted in favor of CBD/Hemp specific bills.
Avila previously represented this district from 2007 to 2016.
Voting History:
HB 992/SB 771 Amend Industrial Hemp Definition: YES - 2016
SB 313 Industrial Hemp: YES - 2015