HEALTH BOARD DELAYS POT HEARING

The state Board of Health has voted to postpone its rulemaking hearing
scheduled for Dec. 16 concerning the proposed repeal of the definition
of "significant responsibility for managing the well-being of a
patient" regarding medical marijuana. The postponement comes on the
heels of a Nov. 10 decision by Denver District Court Judge Larry Naves
that voided the Board of Health's Nov. 3 emergency rulemaking
decision, which had eliminated language about the regulatory
definition of "significant responsibility," as that term relates to
primary caregivers for medical marijuana patients.

"As stewards of Colorado's public health, the board recognizes and
considers the needs and health of all Colorado citizens in its actions
and will continue to seek appropriate input in its public
proceedings," the board said in a news release. "The board will
explore its legal options before determining how to proceed."

Information about the rescheduled hearing will be posted at
www.cdphe. state.co.us/op/bh/index.html