(1) The University of Washington and Washington State University may conduct scientific research on the efficacy and safety of administering marijuana as part of medical treatment. As part of this research, the University of Washington and Washington State University may develop and conduct studies to ascertain the general medical safety and efficacy of marijuana, and may develop medical guidelines for the appropriate administration and use of marijuana.
(2) The University of Washington and Washington State University may, in accordance with RCW 69.50.372, contract with marijuana research licensees to conduct research permitted under this section and RCW 69.50.372.
(3) The University of Washington and Washington State University may contract to conduct marijuana research with an entity licensed to conduct such research by a federally recognized Indian tribe located within the geographical boundaries of the state of Washington.
[ 2015 2nd sp.s. c 4 § 1502; 2015 c 71 § 2; 2011 c 181 § 1002.]
NOTES:
Findings—Intent—Effective dates—2015 2nd sp.s. c 4: See notes following RCW 69.50.334.