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preempts a state workers’ compensation order that compels an employer to reimburse an employee for the cost of marijuana used in response to pain arising from a work-related injury.” The petitioner further argued that Minnesota’s workers’ compensationsystem does not facilitate access to marijuana. 801 et seq., 91-513, Tit.
preempts a state workers’ compensation order that compels an employer to reimburse an employee for the cost of marijuana used in response to pain arising from a work-related injury.” The petitioner further argues that Minnesota’s workers’ compensationsystem does not facilitate access to marijuana. 801 et seq., 91-513, Tit.
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