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Medical — LegalNorth America

Utah

Utah legalized medical cannabis through Proposition 2 in November 2018, which was subsequently replaced by the Utah Medical Cannabis Act (HB 3001) during a special legislative session. The Center for Medical Cannabis within the Department of Health and Human Services administers the program. As of March 2026, the state has surpassed 112,000 registered patients and over 1,000 recommending physicians. The program is tightly regulated with a limited number of pharmacy licenses—currently 17 statewide, with recent legislation adding two licenses designated for rural, medically underserved counties. Sales reached $16.3 million in March 2026 alone. Persistent pain is the most common qualifying condition (97,530 patients), followed by PTSD (5,690). Home cultivation is prohibited. Proposed 2026 updates include allowing pharmacist-free renewals and expanded product forms.

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Regulator
Center for Medical Cannabis, Utah Department of Health and Human Services
Key Legislation
Utah Code §26-61a
Year Legalized
2018
Program Size
~112,000 active patients

Key Facts

  • Over 112,000 registered patients and 1,000+ recommending medical providers as of March 2026
  • Limited to 17 pharmacy licenses statewide, with two new rural licenses added in 2025
  • Monthly sales reached $16.3 million in March 2026
  • Persistent pain is the most common qualifying condition with 97,530 patients
  • Home cultivation is prohibited; all products must be purchased from licensed pharmacies

Key Legislation

Utah Code §26-61a (Utah Medical Cannabis Act)

Regulatory Body

Center for Medical Cannabis, Utah Department of Health and Human Services

Country Info
ISO Code
US
Region
North America
Tier
Tier 2 — Emerging
Status
Medical — Legal
Sources
Utah Center for Medical CannabisUtah Medical Cannabis Act (Utah Code §26-61a)
Disclaimer: This information is for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice. Cannabis regulations change frequently. Always verify with official sources and local legal counsel before making compliance decisions.