California’s Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) has issued a regulatory proposal the agency said seeks to streamline and simplify cannabis regulations while addressing consumer protections and emergency regulations permanent changes.
“This proposal is a direct result of DCC’s engagement with stakeholders and the thoughtful feedback received through letters, conversations, meetings, and previous rulemaking processes,” DCC Director Nicole Elliott said. “We are deeply committed to creating a cannabis regulatory structure that works for all Californians, including California’s cannabis industry, consumers, and communities.”
Proposed revisions include requirements for the use of Appellations of Origin; removal of distributor requirements to carry printed copies of test results; continued allowance of curbside pickup at retail; allowance for limited, pre-packaged food and beverages to be sold at consumption lounges; distributors would be allowed to use portions of their vehicle to fulfill transport container requirements; ingredient restrictions used in inhaled cannabis products; and prohibiting products otherwise considered medical devices or over-the-counter drugs – nasal sprays, eye drops, and metered-dose inhalers.
DCC has launched a series of online resources to aid the public regarding understanding the steps and timeline required for regular rulemaking, sharing proposed change feedback, and a template to submit public comments.
If approved, the proposed regulation revisions are slated to become effective in fall 2022.