First modification:
Costa Rica finally approved the law that regulates the production, industrialization and commercialization of hemp and medicinal cannabis after a long debate between Congress and the Government. The measure, applauded by patients, is also expected to contribute to the country’s economic recovery.
After three years of discussion and differences between Congress and the Executive, President Carlos Alvarado signed the law that allows the use of medicinal and therapeutic cannabis.
Congress had already approved the project on January 14, but the president vetoed it, for opposing the self-cultivation and self-consumption clauses, which, according to him, opened the door to illegal trafficking. These two were withdrawn from the law and the president finally signed it into law on Wednesday.
The authorities may grant licenses for the production and industrialization of cannabis for medicinal purposes. The production and industrialization of hemp for industrial and food purposes will be free, without the need for special prior authorization from the authorities. Recreational use of cannabis remains prohibited.
The independent deputy Zoila Volio, main promoter of the initiative, stated that this law will be “an example for many countries that want to venture into this issue”, adding, “we are improving the part of security, health and agriculture. This It is a Costa Rican project and I am satisfied because it has been teamwork”.
A regulation that will help patients and could boost the economy
“The two fundamental benefits of this law are far-reaching: relieve pain and provide treatment to people who need it, and expand the possibilities for the health of many people,” said President Alvarado.
“It generates peace of mind, because we can now obtain CBD (cannabidiol) and oils in a regulated manner, without exposing ourselves to a legal situation,” said Andrés Fonseca, whose sister with neurological disabilities and epilepsy consumes these products.
Legalization could help the economic reactivation of the country. According to a study by the Foreign Trade Promoter (Procomer), it is estimated that by 2025 the hemp and medicinal cannabis market will move 35,000 million dollars a year.
“The other great achievement of this law is that hemp can be industrialized, an activity that could activate our agriculture, especially in our rural areas,” said President Alvarado.
Legalization in Latin America
In the world, more than 20 countries have legalized this activity. The United Nations reclassified cannabis in December 2020, recognizing its medical utility.
In Latin America, Argentina, Colombia, Chile, Ecuador, Mexico, Peru, Uruguay and Panama are the countries that have also legalized the production, industrialization and consumption of cannabis for medical and therapeutic purposes.
However, the recreational use of marijuana remains prohibited in most of the region, except in Uruguay, which in 2013 became the first country in the world to legalize it.
With AFP and EFE
First modification:
Costa Rica finally approved the law that regulates the production, industrialization and commercialization of hemp and medicinal cannabis after a long debate between Congress and the Government. The measure, applauded by patients, is also expected to contribute to the country’s economic recovery.
After three years of discussion and differences between Congress and the Executive, President Carlos Alvarado signed the law that allows the use of medicinal and therapeutic cannabis.
Congress had already approved the project on January 14, but the president vetoed it, for opposing the self-cultivation and self-consumption clauses, which, according to him, opened the door to illegal trafficking. These two were withdrawn from the law and the president finally signed it into law on Wednesday.
The authorities may grant licenses for the production and industrialization of cannabis for medicinal purposes. The production and industrialization of hemp for industrial and food purposes will be free, without the need for special prior authorization from the authorities. Recreational use of cannabis remains prohibited.
The independent deputy Zoila Volio, main promoter of the initiative, stated that this law will be “an example for many countries that want to venture into this issue”, adding, “we are improving the part of security, health and agriculture. This It is a Costa Rican project and I am satisfied because it has been teamwork”.
A regulation that will help patients and could boost the economy
“The two fundamental benefits of this law are far-reaching: relieve pain and provide treatment to people who need it, and expand the possibilities for the health of many people,” said President Alvarado.
“It generates peace of mind, because we can now obtain CBD (cannabidiol) and oils in a regulated manner, without exposing ourselves to a legal situation,” said Andrés Fonseca, whose sister with neurological disabilities and epilepsy consumes these products.
Legalization could help the economic reactivation of the country. According to a study by the Foreign Trade Promoter (Procomer), it is estimated that by 2025 the hemp and medicinal cannabis market will move 35,000 million dollars a year.
“The other great achievement of this law is that hemp can be industrialized, an activity that could activate our agriculture, especially in our rural areas,” said President Alvarado.
Legalization in Latin America
In the world, more than 20 countries have legalized this activity. The United Nations reclassified cannabis in December 2020, recognizing its medical utility.
In Latin America, Argentina, Colombia, Chile, Ecuador, Mexico, Peru, Uruguay and Panama are the countries that have also legalized the production, industrialization and consumption of cannabis for medical and therapeutic purposes.
However, the recreational use of marijuana remains prohibited in most of the region, except in Uruguay, which in 2013 became the first country in the world to legalize it.
With AFP and EFE
First modification:
Costa Rica finally approved the law that regulates the production, industrialization and commercialization of hemp and medicinal cannabis after a long debate between Congress and the Government. The measure, applauded by patients, is also expected to contribute to the country’s economic recovery.
After three years of discussion and differences between Congress and the Executive, President Carlos Alvarado signed the law that allows the use of medicinal and therapeutic cannabis.
Congress had already approved the project on January 14, but the president vetoed it, for opposing the self-cultivation and self-consumption clauses, which, according to him, opened the door to illegal trafficking. These two were withdrawn from the law and the president finally signed it into law on Wednesday.
The authorities may grant licenses for the production and industrialization of cannabis for medicinal purposes. The production and industrialization of hemp for industrial and food purposes will be free, without the need for special prior authorization from the authorities. Recreational use of cannabis remains prohibited.
The independent deputy Zoila Volio, main promoter of the initiative, stated that this law will be “an example for many countries that want to venture into this issue”, adding, “we are improving the part of security, health and agriculture. This It is a Costa Rican project and I am satisfied because it has been teamwork”.
A regulation that will help patients and could boost the economy
“The two fundamental benefits of this law are far-reaching: relieve pain and provide treatment to people who need it, and expand the possibilities for the health of many people,” said President Alvarado.
“It generates peace of mind, because we can now obtain CBD (cannabidiol) and oils in a regulated manner, without exposing ourselves to a legal situation,” said Andrés Fonseca, whose sister with neurological disabilities and epilepsy consumes these products.
Legalization could help the economic reactivation of the country. According to a study by the Foreign Trade Promoter (Procomer), it is estimated that by 2025 the hemp and medicinal cannabis market will move 35,000 million dollars a year.
“The other great achievement of this law is that hemp can be industrialized, an activity that could activate our agriculture, especially in our rural areas,” said President Alvarado.
Legalization in Latin America
In the world, more than 20 countries have legalized this activity. The United Nations reclassified cannabis in December 2020, recognizing its medical utility.
In Latin America, Argentina, Colombia, Chile, Ecuador, Mexico, Peru, Uruguay and Panama are the countries that have also legalized the production, industrialization and consumption of cannabis for medical and therapeutic purposes.
However, the recreational use of marijuana remains prohibited in most of the region, except in Uruguay, which in 2013 became the first country in the world to legalize it.
With AFP and EFE
First modification:
Costa Rica finally approved the law that regulates the production, industrialization and commercialization of hemp and medicinal cannabis after a long debate between Congress and the Government. The measure, applauded by patients, is also expected to contribute to the country’s economic recovery.
After three years of discussion and differences between Congress and the Executive, President Carlos Alvarado signed the law that allows the use of medicinal and therapeutic cannabis.
Congress had already approved the project on January 14, but the president vetoed it, for opposing the self-cultivation and self-consumption clauses, which, according to him, opened the door to illegal trafficking. These two were withdrawn from the law and the president finally signed it into law on Wednesday.
The authorities may grant licenses for the production and industrialization of cannabis for medicinal purposes. The production and industrialization of hemp for industrial and food purposes will be free, without the need for special prior authorization from the authorities. Recreational use of cannabis remains prohibited.
The independent deputy Zoila Volio, main promoter of the initiative, stated that this law will be “an example for many countries that want to venture into this issue”, adding, “we are improving the part of security, health and agriculture. This It is a Costa Rican project and I am satisfied because it has been teamwork”.
A regulation that will help patients and could boost the economy
“The two fundamental benefits of this law are far-reaching: relieve pain and provide treatment to people who need it, and expand the possibilities for the health of many people,” said President Alvarado.
“It generates peace of mind, because we can now obtain CBD (cannabidiol) and oils in a regulated manner, without exposing ourselves to a legal situation,” said Andrés Fonseca, whose sister with neurological disabilities and epilepsy consumes these products.
Legalization could help the economic reactivation of the country. According to a study by the Foreign Trade Promoter (Procomer), it is estimated that by 2025 the hemp and medicinal cannabis market will move 35,000 million dollars a year.
“The other great achievement of this law is that hemp can be industrialized, an activity that could activate our agriculture, especially in our rural areas,” said President Alvarado.
Legalization in Latin America
In the world, more than 20 countries have legalized this activity. The United Nations reclassified cannabis in December 2020, recognizing its medical utility.
In Latin America, Argentina, Colombia, Chile, Ecuador, Mexico, Peru, Uruguay and Panama are the countries that have also legalized the production, industrialization and consumption of cannabis for medical and therapeutic purposes.
However, the recreational use of marijuana remains prohibited in most of the region, except in Uruguay, which in 2013 became the first country in the world to legalize it.
With AFP and EFE
