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Arkansas
Medical cannabis is legal in Arkansas with a valid patient card. Recreational use remains illegal.
Medical
● LIVE STATUS
Updated 12 days ago · March 24, 2026
Legislative Pressure · 3 bills tracked
▲ 0% Pro-Access · 0 bills
1 bills · 50% Restrictive ▼
More restrictive bills are active than pro-access — watch this space.
Arkansas Bills Tracker
3 bills tracked
SB 59
Signed
Arkansas Medical Cannabis Tax Revenue Redirect Act
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🕐 Signed into law; redirects medical cannabis tax revenue to student breakfast programs · Mar 1, 2025
Redirects a portion of Arkansas's medical cannabis excise tax revenue to fund student breakfast programs statewide. Arkansas's medical market generates over $200M annually. Patients see no direct change; the bill affects only how state revenue is allocated. Supporters argue it demonstrates cannabis tax dollars funding education. View full bill text →
HB 1452
▼ Restrictive
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Arkansas Medical Cannabis Public Use Clarification Act
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🕐 Signed into law; clarifies where patients may use cannabis · Apr 1, 2025
Clarifies the law on medical cannabis use in certain public places and prohibits possession of unsealed medical cannabis containers in motor vehicles — bringing state law in line with alcohol open container rules. Helps law enforcement distinguish legal patients from recreational users in the absence of a legal rec market. View full bill text →
HB 1889
▲ Pro-Access
Failed
Arkansas Dispensary Delivery and Drive-Through Services Act
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✗ Failed
🕐 Vetoed by Governor Sanders citing regulatory concerns · Apr 15, 2025
Would have allowed licensed Arkansas dispensaries to operate drive-through windows and offer home delivery services for medical cannabis patients. Governor Sanders vetoed it, citing concerns about regulatory oversight and potential for diversion. Dispensaries and patient advocates were disappointed — delivery is particularly valuable for elderly and disabled patients. View full bill text →
Overview
Marijuana is legal for medical patients in Arkansas, but recreational use remains illegal. Arkansas voters approved medical cannabis via Amendment 98 in 2016, with the first dispensaries opening in 2019. Recreational legalization efforts have been on the ballot but have not yet passed.
What This Means for You
- ✓ Legal to purchase with a valid medical card
- ✗ Recreational purchase is not permitted
- ⓘ Possession limit: Rx only (2.5 oz / 14 days)
- ⓘ Home grow: Not permitted
Latest Arkansas Cannabis Developments
