(a) As used in this chapter, the term “low THC oil” shall have the same meaning as set forth in Code Section 16-12-190.
(b) The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia may cause to be designed, developed, implemented, and administered a low THC oil research program to develop rigorous data that will inform and expand the scientific community’s understanding of potential treatments for individuals under 18 years of age with medication-resistant epilepsies.
(c) Any such program shall adhere to the regulatory process established by the federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, as well as other federal laws and regulations governing the development of new medications containing controlled substances.
(d) Any universities and nonprofit institutions of higher education that conduct research may continue any research that is permitted under federal law as well as any additional research that is permitted under this chapter.