MS Medical Cannabis Act; eliminate required follow-up visit and extend written certification and registry ID card validity periods.

SB 2546 extends the validity of medical cannabis certifications from 12 to 24 months for patients with debilitating conditions and increases registry ID card expiration periods: from one year to two years for Mississippi residents, and from 15 days to 90 days for non-residents. The bill removes the requirement for an in-person follow-up visit after certification, allowing practitioners to request follow-ups at their discretion. It directly affects qualifying medical cannabis patients in Mississippi by reducing administrative burdens related to certification renewals and card validity. The bill died in committee in February 2026 and did not become law.