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This bill amends the Delaware Marijuana Control Act to clarify and expand requirements for background checks for individuals involved in the marijuana establishment industry. The bill specifies that background checks are mandatory for marijuana establishment license applicants, workers (including contractors, employees, and volunteers), directors, officers, board members, agents, and owners with 10% or more ownership interest. These individuals must submit fingerprints for both Delaware and national criminal history background checks through the State Bureau of Identification and the FBI. The background checks will be used to evaluate the qualifications and suitability of individuals for licensure or employment in the marijuana industry. The bill also introduces a provision for ongoing monitoring, where the State Bureau of Identification will provide subsequent criminal history information to the Division of Alcohol and Tobacco Enforcement. Additionally, the bill gives the Commissioner discretion to refuse a license based on criminal background information if the applicant is deemed to present a risk to public health or safety. The changes aim to comply with federal requirements for accessing criminal history record information and to ensure comprehensive vetting of individuals involved in the marijuana establishment sector.

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https://legis.delaware.gov/BillDetail?LegislationId=142046