SPRINGFIELD - In a 98-8 vote Wednesday, the Illinois House approved legislation that would let minors with epilepsy use edible marijuana.
While there is no medical proof, some parents claim that consuming the oil of marijuana reduces seizures. Opponents disagree, and cite the fact that digesting the drug produces a different effect on both adults and children.
Experts say the amount of marijuana in edibles can vary widely, and in some cases, the levels are so high people report extreme paranoia and anxiety bordering on psychotic behavior. Two deaths in Colorado connected with edible marijuana products are forcing Colorado lawmakers to toughen regulations.
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EDIBLE MARIJUANA PRESENTS NEW CHALLENGES FOR ILLINOIS' MEDICAL POT LEGALIZATION
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The Senate approved the bill in April. But the measure must return to the Senate for consideration of a House amendment that prohibits children from smoking medical cannabis.
