Bill > SB72

This bill modifies Alabama's medical cannabis licensing process in several key ways. It increases the number of integrated facility licenses from five to seven and establishes a detailed process for selecting these licenses through a third-party consultant by January 2026. The bill revises eligibility criteria for license applicants, including background check requirements and financial qualifications, and provides more specific guidelines for the Medical Cannabis Commission's review of applications. The legislation also significantly limits legal challenges to license awards, explicitly stating that license issuance is a revocable privilege and not a property right, and preventing courts from blocking license awards through injunctions or other legal actions. Additionally, the bill clarifies the commission's authority to deny, suspend, or revoke licenses for various reasons, such as non-compliance with regulations or failure to meet ongoing eligibility requirements. Applicants for integrated facility licenses must now provide updated application materials, proof of financial stability, and be prepared for a rigorous selection process conducted by a nationally recognized consulting firm with expertise in financial auditing.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

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