Medical marijuana; creating the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority Advisory Council; effective date.

This bill establishes the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority Board to oversee the state's medical marijuana program. The board will consist of nine members appointed by various officials, including the Governor, the Speaker of the House, and the President Pro Tempore of the Senate, representing law enforcement, the legal community, medical professionals, and different segments of the medical marijuana industry. Appointed members will serve four-year terms without pay but will receive expense reimbursements, and the board will meet at least four times annually to create rules and policies for the authority. The legislation also outlines procedures for filling vacancies, electing a chair and vice-chair, and ensures the board operates under existing state laws regarding open meetings and records.