Here is an overview of the medical marijuana laws in Rhode Island:
2005 - After much legal wrangling, Senate Bill 0710 (SB 0710) is passed. It becomes known as the Edward O. Hawkins and Thomas C. Slater Medical Marijuana Act.
2007 - SB 791 is passed, removing the repeal date for the Rhode Island Medical Marijuana Act and expanding the definition of a primary caregiver.
2009 - H5359 is passed and includes instructions for selling, creating, administering, and regulating medical marijuana dispensaries.
2013 - The first compassion center (medical marijuana dispensary) is opened.
2022 - The state legalized the adult use of marijuana.