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B 26-0346

Medical Cannabis Conditional Licensure Extension Amendment Act of 2025

26th Council Period (2025-2026) Introduced by Phil Mendelson

B 26-0346 - Medical Cannabis Conditional Licensure Extension Amendment Act of 2025 OverviewBill Number: B 26-0346 Title: Medical Cannabis Conditional Licensure Extension Amendment

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Bill Summary · B 26-0346

B 26-0346 - Medical Cannabis Conditional Licensure Extension Amendment Act of 2025

Overview

Bill Number: B 26-0346
Title: Medical Cannabis Conditional Licensure Extension Amendment Act of 2025
Status: Notice of Intent to Act on B26-0346 Published in the District of Columbia Register
Introduced: September 16, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The Medical Cannabis Conditional Licensure Extension Amendment Act of 2025 aims to provide a one-year extension for medical cannabis conditional licenses in the District of Columbia. This legislation is intended to give existing medical cannabis businesses more time to meet the requirements for full licensure, ensuring continued patient access to medical cannabis products.

Key Provisions

  • Extends the expiration date for all existing medical cannabis conditional licenses by 12 months
  • Allows conditional licensees to continue operating and serving patients during the extension period
  • Requires conditional licensees to submit a plan for achieving full licensure by the end of the extension period
  • Directs the District's medical cannabis regulatory agency to provide technical assistance to help conditional licensees transition to full licensure

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Existing medical cannabis businesses holding conditional licenses in the District of Columbia
  • Patients who rely on access to medical cannabis products through the District's regulated market
  • The District's medical cannabis regulatory agency, which will need to oversee the extension and transition process

The bill is expected to provide stability and continuity of care for medical cannabis patients in the District, while also giving conditional licensees more time to meet the requirements for full licensure.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

The Medical Cannabis Conditional Licensure Extension Amendment Act of 2025 is currently in the notice of intent to act stage, with the notice published in the District of Columbia Register. The next step will be for the District Council to hold a public hearing and vote on the bill. If passed, the legislation would take effect immediately upon the Mayor's signature.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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