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In 2026, a surge of “Ryan’s Law” bills has reached legislatures in at least 13 states, including Arizona, New York, and Hawaii. Named after Ryan Bartell, these laws mandate that hospitals allow terminally ill patients to use medical cannabis for palliative care. The movement aims to provide a more alert and compassionate end-of-life experience compared to the “pharmaceutical haze” often caused by heavy opioids. Supported by the Ryan’s Law Foundation and groups like NORML, the reform is gaining traction as federal rescheduling of cannabis to Schedule III progresses. Read the full story.
Referenced article written by Kyle Jaeger. Published on February 3, 2026 by Marijuana Moment.
