Mark Takano actually said...

"I know last year we worked together on some of this legislation and I understand your concern that we are mandating to the VA how to conduct scientific research."

"I appreciate the chance to return to the VA Affairs Committee to speak on this very important issue."

"Many veterans with PTSD and chronic pain find prescription opioids ineffective and have turned to medical cannabis."

"the VA Medicinal Cannabis Research Act requires the U.S. Department of VA to conduct double-blind clinical studies on the safety and effectiveness of medical cannabis."