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Public Meetings & Hearings

Your voice belongs in the room. Track upcoming committee hearings, commission meetings, and public comment periods where Georgia's medical cannabis policy is shaped — and learn how to show up and speak out.

Georgia medical cannabis policy is made in public — at General Assembly committee hearings, Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Commission meetings, and state agency proceedings. GMCS monitors these forums and helps patients participate. Attending or submitting written comments is one of the most direct ways to influence policy.

Types of Public Forums

General Assembly Committee Hearings

Senate and House committees hold hearings on medical cannabis bills during the legislative session (January–March). Patients may testify or submit written comments.

View GA Committees

GAMC Commission Meetings

The Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Commission holds regular public meetings to address licensing, compliance, and program administration. Agendas are posted in advance.

GAMC Commission Site

Community Health Forums

GMCS hosts community health forums across Georgia where patients can learn, share experiences, and connect with advocates. These are not government hearings but are open to all.

GMCS Community Forums

Public Comment Periods

State agencies periodically open formal public comment periods on proposed rules affecting the medical cannabis program. GMCS alerts members when these windows open.

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Upcoming Meetings & Hearings

No Meetings Currently Scheduled

No upcoming meetings are currently scheduled. GMCS will post notices here and alert members when hearings are announced. Sign up for advocacy alerts to be notified.

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How to Participate

  1. Find the Hearing

    Check this page, the Georgia General Assembly website, or the GAMC Commission site for upcoming hearings. GMCS also sends alerts to members.

  2. Register to Speak

    Most committee hearings require advance registration to testify in person. Contact the committee clerk or check the hearing notice for registration instructions.

  3. Prepare Your Statement

    Keep oral testimony to 2–3 minutes. Focus on your personal experience as a patient, caregiver, or supporter. Written statements can be longer and are entered into the record.

  4. Submit Written Comments

    If you cannot attend in person, written comments submitted before the hearing are equally valid. Email the committee clerk or use the agency's official comment portal.

  5. Bring Support

    Attend with other patients when possible. A room full of constituents sends a powerful message. Coordinate with the Pressure Squad to organize group attendance.

Meeting schedules are subject to change. Always verify dates and locations directly with the hosting body before attending. GMCS is not affiliated with the Georgia General Assembly or the Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Commission.

Ready to Speak Up?

Join the Pressure Squad to coordinate hearing attendance with other Georgia patients — and never miss a public comment opportunity.