At least six lawmakers have decided to co-author a pending congressional bill legalizing the use of marijuana to treat ailments.

Principally authored by Rep. Rodolfo Albano 3rd of Isabela, House Bill (HB) 4477 or the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Act has gained support with Representatives Ronaldo Zamora of San Juan City (Metro Manila), Emi Calixto-Rubiano of Pasay City (Metro Manila), Roy Señeres of OFW party-list, Regina Reyes of Marinduque, Elisa Olga Kho of Masbate and Henry Oaminal of Misamis Occidental now co-authors of the measure.

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