Kansas Medical Cannabis Status

Current status

Kansas does not currently operate a medical cannabis program that The Caregivers Grove can verify. Nothing on this page should be read as legal advice — check the official state source before acting.

How Kansas’s law developed

Kansas has not legalized medical marijuana. Claire and Lola's Law (2018) allows CBD oil for seizure conditions only. The Kansas Senate passed a medical cannabis bill in 2024 but the House did not act.

Neighboring states

Questions people in Kansas ask

Is medical marijuana legal in Kansas?
No comprehensive program. Claire and Lola's Law (2018) allows CBD oil for seizure conditions only. The Kansas Senate passed a medical cannabis bill in 2024 but the House did not act.
Can I use CBD in Kansas?
CBD products derived from hemp with less than 0.3% THC are legal. Medical CBD for seizures requires specific documentation.
What neighboring states have legal cannabis?
Missouri (recreational and medical) is directly adjacent — Kansas City, MO has full access. Colorado (recreational and medical) and Oklahoma (medical) also border Kansas.
Are there efforts to legalize in Kansas?
The Kansas Senate passed a medical cannabis bill in 2024, signaling growing legislative support. The House has not taken action. Governor Kelly has expressed support.
What are the penalties for marijuana in Kansas?
First offense possession is a misdemeanor (up to 6 months, $1,000 fine). Subsequent offenses are felonies. Kansas City, KS has not adopted decriminalization.