Boulos meets with entities to discuss the regulation of medicinal cannabis
Meeting at the Planalto, with the presence of Eduardo Suplicy, discusses the recognition of associations and access to treatment
The Minister of the General Secretariat of the Government, Guilherme Boulos, is meeting with representatives from the cannabis sector this Tuesday (06) to discuss the regulation of the plant in national territory. The meeting will take place at 11 AM at the Palácio do Planalto, focusing primarily on policies for the medicinal use of the plant.
The discussion on cannabis regulation will include various social actors, including association leaders and university researchers. Members of the Grande ABC Economic Development Agency, the ABC Metalworkers' Union, and the Landless Workers' Movement (MST) will also participate.
Deputy Eduardo Suplicy, who confirmed his attendance at the meeting, emphasized the importance of advancing the regulation of cannabis for therapeutic purposes. According to the parliamentarian, the meeting aims to validate the fundamental role that patient associations play in the national scenario.
On his social media, Suplicy stated that the goal is to "open up the possibilities for medicinal cannabis associations to be recognized by the Government." The agenda seeks to implement the regulation of cannabis regarding cultivation and access, facilitating treatment at a "cost suitable for the Brazilian people."