Cannabis business licensing provisions technical changes

This bill makes technical corrections to Minnesota's cannabis business licensing laws, primarily updating the powers and duties of the state cannabis regulatory office and clarifying rules for transferring business licenses. The legislation amends existing statutes to refine how the regulatory office oversees the industry, including its authority to set product standards, conduct inspections, and issue penalties, while also specifying temporary powers that expire on January 1, 2027. Key provisions adjust how social equity licenses can be transferred, restricting transfers for three years after issuance to ensure these licenses remain with applicants from communities disproportionately affected by cannabis prohibition. The bill also repeals certain outdated sections of state law related to cannabis regulation to align current statutes with the evolving legal framework for the industry.