Makes certain changes related to application and licensing for sale of cannabis, Cannabis Regulatory Commission activity, municipal ordinances, and alternative treatment centers.
This bill changes how New Jersey issues medical cannabis business permits. It requires the Cannabis Regulatory Commission to issue the first three permits for medical cannabis cultivators, manufacturers, and dispensaries (one per region: north, central, south) as combined permits, while future permits follow updated rules. The bill establishes conditional permits (making up one-third of all permits) with specific requirements, including income limits ($200,000 individual / $400,000 joint) for owners, background checks, and regional distribution rules. It directly affects new applicants seeking medical cannabis business licenses, including microbusinesses, by setting clearer application processes and financial criteria.
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Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Jan 13, 2026
Last action Jan 13, 2026
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Jan 13, 2026
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Introduced, Referred to Assembly Oversight, Reform and Federal Relations Committee
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Mike Venezia
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