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Iowa: Everything You Need to Know
Iowa Laws
Iowa’s medical program was established under the Medical Cannabidiol Act in 2014 and is regulated by the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services. Patients with qualifying conditions can receive certification from approved healthcare practitioners and access medical cannabidiol through licensed dispensaries.
- Patients must be Iowa residents aged 18 or older with valid medical cannabidiol registration cards.
- Qualifying conditions include cancer, multiple sclerosis, seizures, HIV/AIDS, Crohn’s disease, ALS, terminal illness, Parkinson’s disease, chronic pain, severe intractable autism, PTSD, corticobasal degeneration, and ulcerative colitis.
- Recreational cannabis remains illegal for all purposes in Iowa.
- Cannabis products available only in specific forms: vaporizable, oral forms, topical forms, nebulizable inhaled forms, and suppositories.
- No flower, edibles, or smokable products are allowed under any circumstances.
- Home cultivation is strictly prohibited under Iowa law.
- Out-of-state registration cards are not accepted for purchasing from Iowa dispensaries.
- Medical Marijuana cards are valid for one year from date of issuance and must be renewed annually.
- Driving under the influence remains illegal and subject to penalties.
Iowa Reform Timeline
2014 – Limited Program Established
- Iowa passed Senate File 2360 (Medical Cannabidiol Act) allowing only CBD oils with up to 3% THC for severe epilepsy patients.
2017 – Program Expansion
- Medical Cannabidiol Act expanded qualifying conditions and authorized in-state production and dispensing operations.
2018 – Dispensaries Begin Operations
- Iowa’s licensed dispensaries began providing medical cannabidiol products to patients on December 1, 2018.
2020 – THC Limit Increase
- House Bill 2589 increased allowable THC from 3% limit to 4.5 grams total THC per 90-day period and expanded qualifying conditions.
2022 – Digital Registration Cards
- Digital registration cards with QR codes introduced for patients and caregivers to replace physical cards.
2025 – Ongoing Reforms
- Proposed bills would allow dried flower for vaporization only and double the number of dispensaries from five to ten.
Iowa Possession Limits
Iowa law establishes strict THC-based possession limits with waiver options for terminal patients
- Patients may purchase up to 4.5 grams of total THC every 90 days from licensed dispensaries.
- Terminal illness patients and existing patients can apply for THC quantity waivers above the 4.5-gram limit.
- Practitioners can allow greater THC amounts for terminal patients with life expectancy under one year or existing patients where 4.5 grams is insufficient.
- Cannabis flower and THC-infused edibles are strictly prohibited statewide.
- Patients must present valid registration card and acceptable photo identification when purchasing.
- Out-of-state medical cards are not accepted for purchases or possession in Iowa.
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FAQs
Who can apply for a medical cannabidiol card in Iowa?
Iowa residents aged 18 or older with qualifying medical conditions who receive written certification from licensed healthcare practitioners including physicians, nurse practitioners, or physician assistants can apply for medical marijuana cards.
What conditions qualify for medical cannabidiol in Iowa?
Qualifying conditions include cancer, multiple sclerosis, seizures, HIV/AIDS, Crohn's disease, ALS, terminal illness, Parkinson's disease, chronic pain, severe intractable autism, PTSD, corticobasal degeneration, and ulcerative colitis.
What forms of medical cannabis are allowed in Iowa?
Iowa permits only vaporizable products, oral tablets/capsules/liquids/tinctures/sublingual forms, topical gels/ointments/creams/lotions/patches, nebulizable inhaled forms, and suppositories. No flower, edibles, or smokable products are allowed.
How much THC can I purchase in Iowa?
Patients may purchase up to 4.5 grams of total THC every 90 days from licensed dispensaries in Iowa, with quantity waivers available for terminal patients or those where the standard amount is medically insufficient.
Can I grow my own medical cannabis in Iowa?
No, home cultivation is strictly prohibited under Iowa law. All medical cannabidiol must be purchased from one of Iowa's five licensed dispensaries supplied by two state-licensed manufacturers.
How long is my Iowa medical cannabidiol card valid?
Iowa medical marijuana cards are valid for one year from the date of issuance and must be renewed annually with updated healthcare practitioner certification and state registration fees.
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