Bill > HB2557

This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for cannabis delivery services in Illinois, creating a new Cannabis Delivery License that will allow licensed businesses to transport cannabis and cannabis-infused products directly to consumers from licensed dispensaries. The bill outlines specific requirements for licensees, including operational standards such as using GPS-tracked vehicles, employing delivery personnel who are at least 21 years old and possess valid driver's licenses, and using secure, tamper-proof packaging. To promote equity, the bill offers fee waivers for social equity applicants who meet certain criteria and do not currently hold other cannabis licenses. Delivery services must comply with state and local laws, record deliveries in the state's cannabis tracking system, and only operate during hours authorized by the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. The Department is granted authority to establish rules, review applications, and enforce penalties, which may include license suspension or revocation for noncompliance. The overall purpose of the bill is to regulate cannabis delivery, ensure public safety, and reduce barriers to entry for diverse entrepreneurs in the cannabis industry.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=2557&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104