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S08189Introduced in the Senate

Authorizes a microbusiness licensee to change their license type to an adult use cannabis cultivation license, upon the approval of the office of cannabis management; directs the office to promulgate regulations allowing a microbusiness licensee to be licensed and operate without opening a retail storefront.

IntroducedSenate Investigations and Government Operations

Introduced by Michelle Hinchey, District 41

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Authorizes a microbusiness licensee to change their license type to an adult use cannabis cultivation license, upon the approval of the office of cannabis management; directs the office to promulgate regulations allowing a microbusiness licensee to be licensed and operate without opening a retail storefront.

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REFERRED TO INVESTIGATIONS AND GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS

January 7, 2026

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  1. REFERRED TO INVESTIGATIONS AND GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS

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