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This Concurrent Resolution establishes the Louisiana Recreational Cannabis Policy Task Force to thoroughly examine the potential legalization and regulation of recreational marijuana in Louisiana. The task force will investigate various aspects, including economic impacts like tax revenue and industry growth, regulatory frameworks such as taxation and licensing to prevent monopolies, public health concerns including youth access and product safety, criminal justice and law enforcement implications, and social equity policies to ensure fair participation, particularly for communities historically affected by drug laws. It will also consider the impact on the existing medical marijuana program and the intricacies of supply chain regulation. The task force will be comprised of representatives from the Department of Health, law enforcement, the medical marijuana industry, cannabis businesses, advocacy groups, public health experts, and economic development specialists, and it is required to submit a report of its findings and recommendations to the legislature by February 1, 2027.