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DC PR26-0109
DC PR26-0109Unlicensed Establishment Enforcement Clarification Emergency Declaration Resolution of 2025
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Introduced
02/28/2025
02/28/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
03/04/2025
03/04/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
03/04/2025
03/04/2025
Introduced Session
26th Council
Bill Summary
March 4, 2025 To declare the existence of an emergency with respect to the need to amend, on an emergency basis, the Legalization of Marijuana for Medical Treatment Initiative of 1999 to clarify the definition of an unlicensed establishment, to ensure that all unlicensed establishments are subject to enforcement action beginning on April 1, 2025, to indicate that the current statutory compliance exemption does not apply to unlicensed establishments that sell Schedule I substances or products that contain Schedule I substances, and to clarify when the ABC Board can issue a notice of summary closure to a licensed medical cannabis establishment.
AI Summary
This emergency resolution addresses enforcement actions against unlicensed cannabis establishments in the District of Columbia, clarifying several key provisions to improve regulatory oversight. As of February 19, 2025, the Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration (ABCA) and Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) have already closed 31 unlicensed cannabis establishments, and this resolution seeks to further strengthen enforcement mechanisms. The resolution allows for enforcement and summary closure of unlicensed cannabis businesses that applied during the open application period, with specific provisions for businesses operating illegally or selling Schedule I substances like psychedelic mushrooms and Dimethyltryptamine. The legislation aims to create a more level playing field between licensed and unlicensed businesses, with enforcement actions set to begin on April 1, 2025, and provides the Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Board with expanded authority to summarily close businesses that pose health and safety risks. The resolution was deemed necessary due to emergency circumstances and will take effect immediately, allowing for swift action against illegal cannabis establishments in the District of Columbia.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Resolution R26-0056, Effective from Mar 04, 2025 Published in DC Register Vol 72 and Page 002692 (on 03/14/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Legislation/PR26-0109 |
| BillText | https://lims.dccouncil.gov/downloads/LIMS/57287/Meeting1/Enrollment/PR26-0109-Enrollment1.pdf |
| BillText | https://lims.dccouncil.gov/downloads/LIMS/57287/Introduction/PR26-0109-Introduction.pdf |
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