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This bill establishes the Cannabis Control Board as an independent regulatory agency to oversee cannabis-related activities in Pennsylvania. The board will consist of seven members (three appointed by the Governor and four by legislative leaders) who will serve staggered terms and be subject to strict ethical guidelines and background checks. The board will have comprehensive powers to regulate cannabis organizations, including issuing permits, conducting investigations, establishing rules for cultivation, processing, transportation, and dispensing of cannabis, and creating a seed-to-sale tracking system. The bill creates a Cannabis Regulation Fund that will allocate revenues to the board's operations (55%), drug abuse prevention programs (10%), local police departments (10%), and the General Fund (remainder). The legislation transfers oversight of the medical marijuana program from the Department of Health to this new board and establishes detailed regulations for cannabis warehousing, distribution, and third-party transportation. Key provisions include implementing strict security protocols, background checks for employees, detailed reporting requirements, and civil penalties for unauthorized cannabis activities. The bill aims to create a comprehensive regulatory framework for cannabis operations in Pennsylvania, with a focus on public safety, patient access, and responsible business practices.

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