Wisconsin

Wisconsin permits physician-certified patients to possess CBD oil containing no THC under Lydia's Law (2014 Wisconsin Act 267). Originally limited to seizure disorder patients, the law was expanded in 2017 to cover any medical condition with a physician's written certification. However, the law only permits THC-free CBD, making it one of the most restrictive programs in the country. No medical marijuana program exists. Senate Bill 534, introduced in late 2025 by Senate President Mary Felzkowski, proposed Wisconsin's first comprehensive medical cannabis program and advanced through committee but did not receive a floor vote. A February 2025 Marquette University survey found 86% of registered voters support medical cannabis legalization.

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Regulator

N/A — no operational program

Key Legislation

Wis. Stat. § 961.32

Year Legalized

2014

Program Size

N/A

Key Facts

Lydia's Law (2014) permits only THC-free CBD oil with physician certification
2017 amendment expanded qualifying conditions from seizure disorders to any medical condition
No medical marijuana program or dispensary infrastructure exists in the state
SB 534 (2025) proposing comprehensive medical cannabis passed committee but not the full Senate
86% of Wisconsin registered voters support medical cannabis legalization (Marquette poll, Feb 2025)

Key Legislation

Wis. Stat. § 961.32(2m) (Lydia's Law, 2014 Act 267; expanded 2017)

Regulatory Body

N/A — no operational program

Country Info

ISO Code

Region

North America

Tier

Tier 3 — Restricted

Status

Limited — CBD/Low-THC Only

Sources

Wisconsin Legislature — Wis. Stat. § 961.32 Marijuana Policy Project — Wisconsin Overview Wisconsin Cannabis Information

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.