Bill > PR26-0319

This resolution approves emergency and proposed rules adopted by the District of Columbia Alcoholic Beverage Control Board on May 15, 2024, regarding medical cannabis signs and advertising. The rules amend sections 5800 and 5801 of Title 22-C of the DCMR to align with recent legislative changes, specifically the Medical Cannabis Program Enforcement Temporary Amendment Act of 2024. The key provisions include restrictions on exterior signage for licensed medical cannabis establishments, limiting signs to a maximum of 10 square feet, requiring interior window signs, and prohibiting signs on entrance or exit doors. The rules also prevent both licensed and unlicensed cannabis businesses from claiming compliance with marijuana possession laws. These regulations aim to clarify signage guidelines, avoid public nuisances, and prevent false or misleading advertising about the legal status of cannabis. The rulemaking was developed through multiple emergency and proposed rule iterations, with no public comments received during the review process. The resolution indicates that the rules will become effective upon publication in the District of Columbia Register and can be enforced by the Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Board using existing resources.

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https://lims.dccouncil.gov/Legislation/PR26-0319