Veterans Could Soon Access Medical Marijuana Through VA Doctors

Veterans in Nebraska and across the country may have easier access to medical marijuana, thanks to a recent vote in the U.S. House of Representatives. In June, the House approved an amendment that would allow doctors with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to recommend medical marijuana in states where it is medically legal.

This move has been long-awaited by veterans’ advocates and medical marijuana supporters who argue that veterans deserve the same access to state-legal medical treatments as anyone else.

Why This Matters for Nebraska Veterans

Nebraska is among the growing number of states moving toward medical marijuana reform. While full implementation of a medical marijuana program has yet to begin, Nebraska voters and lawmakers continue to debate and develop a path forward. Many veterans in the state live with conditions such as PTSD, chronic pain, or other qualifying conditions.

Currently, federal law prohibits VA doctors from recommending medical marijuana, even in states where it is legal. As a result, veterans who wish to explore this option turn to third-party providers for evaluations and guidance outside of the VA system. The recent House vote could make the process even easier by allowing veterans to have these conversations directly with their VA doctors in the future.

If the House amendment eventually becomes law, it would lift that restriction and let Nebraska veterans have open, honest conversations with their VA providers about medical marijuana as a treatment option, once Nebraska’s program is fully implemented.

Nebraska’s Progress Toward Medical Marijuana

Nebraska legalized medical marijuana, but they are still finalizing everything before launching the program. When it does fully launch, many veterans are expected to benefit from legal access to medical marijuana through qualified doctors - that’s where we will come in!

The House vote in Washington is a strong signal that federal attitudes toward medical marijuana and supporting veterans are shifting in a positive direction.

Staying Prepared With Nebraska Marijuana Card

At Nebraska Marijuana Card, our mission is to help Nebraskans navigate the medical marijuana process and prepare for the future of care in our state. We’re following these developments closely and are committed to supporting veterans and all patients when the program officially launches.

We are not yet seeing patients in Nebraska, but we encourage you to stay informed through our website and blog. As the state finalizes its medical marijuana program and this federal amendment moves forward, we’ll be here to guide you through every step of the process. For right now, you can reserve an appointment with us! We will start seeing patients the second the program launches.

Get Ready for Medical Marijuana

We're excited to help you get approved for medical marijuana as soon as Nebraska rolls out the medical marijuana program. It shouldn't be much longer! 

Our telemedicine appointments provide an easy and convenient way for you to meet with our doctors and receive a medical marijuana recommendation, all from the comfort of your own home!

Don’t delay! Reserve an evaluation online today with one of our knowledgeable, compassionate marijuana doctors! We’ll set up an appointment for you just as soon as Nebraska's medical marijuana market is up and running. You’ll even save $25 off the cost of the evaluation when you reserve your appointment today! 

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