<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" > <channel> <title>eligibility criteria Archives — Black Cannabis Magazine</title> <atom:link href="https://blackcannabismagazine.com/tag/eligibility-criteria/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /> <link>https://blackcannabismagazine.com/tag/eligibility-criteria/</link> <description>We educate, inform, empower + provide entertainment for our TRIBE. Highlighting people of color in the cannabis industry.</description> <lastBuildDate>Fri, 15 Sep 2023 15:32:32 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en-US</language> <sy:updatePeriod> hourly </sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency> 1 </sy:updateFrequency> <generator>https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2</generator> <image> <url>https://i0.wp.com/blackcannabismagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/cropped-9A031074-6155-49D0-91F9-3CD39BD7AB82.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1</url> <title>eligibility criteria Archives — Black Cannabis Magazine</title> <link>https://blackcannabismagazine.com/tag/eligibility-criteria/</link> <width>32</width> <height>32</height> </image> <site xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">169930730</site> <item> <title>DC Medical Cannabis Licensing Applications Open</title> <link>https://blackcannabismagazine.com/dc-medical-cannabis-licensing-applications-open/</link> <comments>https://blackcannabismagazine.com/dc-medical-cannabis-licensing-applications-open/?noamp=mobile#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Hazey Taughtme]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Fri, 15 Sep 2023 15:32:32 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Equity]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Government]]></category> <category><![CDATA[NEWS]]></category> <category><![CDATA[ABCA]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Application Period]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Couriers]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Cultivation Centers]]></category> <category><![CDATA[DC Medical Cannabis]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Deadlines]]></category> <category><![CDATA[eligibility criteria]]></category> <category><![CDATA[licensing]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Manufacturers]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Medical Cannabis Amendment Act]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Social Equity]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Timeline]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://blackcannabismagazine.com/?p=198434</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Introduction The landscape of DC’s medical cannabis industry is continuously evolving, and the changes are far from over. As of August 29, 2023, a new application period opened that not only welcomed non-social equity applicants but, thanks to a last-minute city council expansion, is also accessible to social equity candidates. This monumental pivot speaks volumes […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://blackcannabismagazine.com/dc-medical-cannabis-licensing-applications-open/">DC Medical Cannabis Licensing Applications Open</a> appeared first on <a href="https://blackcannabismagazine.com">Black Cannabis Magazine</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2>Introduction</h2> <p>The landscape of DC’s medical cannabis industry is continuously evolving, and the changes are far from over. As of August 29, 2023, a new application period opened that not only welcomed non-social equity applicants but, thanks to a last-minute city council expansion, is also accessible to social equity candidates. This monumental pivot speaks volumes to the Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Administration’s (ABCA) commitment to inclusivity within the cannabis sphere.</p> <h3>The Significance of Social Equity in Cannabis Licensing</h3> <p><a href="https://www.documentcloud.org/documents/23901032-medical-cannabis-license-open-application-period-notice-august-2023?responsive=1&title=1">Previously</a>, the fourth licensing period was limited to non-social equity applicants only. However, an important announcement from ABCA changed the game. Now, both non-social equity and social equity applicants are invited to partake in this rare opportunity. The licenses available include 24 for Cultivation Centers, 20 for Manufacturers, and 2 for Couriers.</p> <h3>Application Details: What You Need to Know</h3> <p>If you are eyeing to join the robust DC medical cannabis market, mark your calendar for an Application Info Session this Thursday at 10 AM. Applications will be accepted until October 30, 2023.</p> <h3>Eligibility Criteria</h3> <p>To qualify as a <a href="https://abca.dc.gov/node/1677371#gsc.tab=0">social equity applicant</a>, there are specific criteria to meet. These encompass being a DC resident, having a criminal history related to cannabis, or meeting a particular income requirement. ABCA has laid down these rules to ensure that the people most affected by cannabis criminalization get a fair chance to enter the market.</p> <h3>Cost Implications</h3> <p>Don’t overlook the financial aspects; social equity applicants benefit from a 75% reduction in licensing fees for the first three years. This financial relief is pivotal in leveling the playing field in this burgeoning industry.</p> <h3>The Backdrop: Understanding the Medical Cannabis Amendment Act of 2022</h3> <p>In 2022, the Medical Cannabis Amendment Act laid the groundwork for the ongoing changes in <a href="https://blackcannabismagazine.com/without-republicans-washington-d-c-might-become-a-minority-owned-cannabis-haven/">DC’s</a> medical cannabis licensing. This Act is central to ensuring that persons disproportionately harmed by cannabis criminalization have an opportunity in the medical cannabis industry. Notably, 50% of all new medical cannabis business licenses are earmarked for social equity applicants.</p> <h3>The Application Process and Timeline</h3> <p>Interested parties should apply during the open application periods. ABCA requires specific forms and documentation to accompany your application. Moreover, the valid application period runs from August 29, 2023, to October 30, 2023.</p> <h3>Conclusion</h3> <p>The medical cannabis industry in DC is ripe with opportunities, especially for social equity applicants. Be it the expansion of the application base or the sheer variety of licenses available; the winds of change are favorably strong. Therefore, it is imperative to stay informed and act promptly. The October 30 deadline is fast approaching, and missing it is not an option.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://blackcannabismagazine.com/dc-medical-cannabis-licensing-applications-open/">DC Medical Cannabis Licensing Applications Open</a> appeared first on <a href="https://blackcannabismagazine.com">Black Cannabis Magazine</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://blackcannabismagazine.com/dc-medical-cannabis-licensing-applications-open/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">198434</post-id> </item> <item> <title>Social Equity Applicants in Los Angeles Get Opportunity to Apply for Cannabis Retail Licenses Despite Legal Scrutiny</title> <link>https://blackcannabismagazine.com/social-equity-applicants-in-los-angeles-get-opportunity-to-apply-for-cannabis-retail-licenses-despite-legal-scrutiny/</link> <comments>https://blackcannabismagazine.com/social-equity-applicants-in-los-angeles-get-opportunity-to-apply-for-cannabis-retail-licenses-despite-legal-scrutiny/?noamp=mobile#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Hazey Taughtme]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2022 16:12:32 +0000</pubDate> <category><![CDATA[Equity]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Cannabis]]></category> <category><![CDATA[cannabis industry]]></category> <category><![CDATA[cannabis retail licenses]]></category> <category><![CDATA[diversity]]></category> <category><![CDATA[dormant commerce clause]]></category> <category><![CDATA[eligibility criteria]]></category> <category><![CDATA[inclusion]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Kenneth Gay]]></category> <category><![CDATA[legal challenges]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Los angeles]]></category> <category><![CDATA[minority representation]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Social Equity]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Variscite.]]></category> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://blackcannabismagazine.com/?p=195272</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>In recent times, the cannabis industry has experienced a significant growth spurt in the United States, and Los Angeles is no exception. However, the industry has also faced its fair share of challenges, including legal scrutiny over the application process for social equity applicants. This was the case for the nation’s largest marijuana market in […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://blackcannabismagazine.com/social-equity-applicants-in-los-angeles-get-opportunity-to-apply-for-cannabis-retail-licenses-despite-legal-scrutiny/">Social Equity Applicants in Los Angeles Get Opportunity to Apply for Cannabis Retail Licenses Despite Legal Scrutiny</a> appeared first on <a href="https://blackcannabismagazine.com">Black Cannabis Magazine</a>.</p> ]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In recent times, the cannabis industry has experienced a significant growth spurt in the United States, and Los Angeles is no exception. However, the industry has also faced its fair share of challenges, including legal scrutiny over the application process for social equity applicants. This was the case for the nation’s largest marijuana market in Los Angeles, which came under fire when a Michigan man filed a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of the selection process. Despite the legal challenges, an additional 100 social equity applicants in Los Angeles will now get the opportunity to apply for cannabis retail licenses.</p> <h6>The Lawsuit and its Implications</h6> <p>Kenneth Gay, a principal of Variscite, a California-based corporation, filed a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of the social equity selection process. Gay had earlier filed a similar suit in New York, where a federal judge ruled that state regulators could not issue dozens of adult-use marijuana retail licenses until the legal action was resolved.</p> <p>In Los Angeles, the lawsuit sought to halt the lottery selection process, which would have prevented 100 social equity applicants from getting an opportunity to apply for cannabis retail licenses. Gay did not meet the eligibility criteria for social equity applicants in Los Angeles, which requires an applicant to have a prior California cannabis arrest or conviction, be low-income, or live in an area identified as disproportionately affected by policing.</p> <p>Gay claimed he satisfied all three requirements, except that the relevant events occurred in Michigan rather than California. Additionally, the suit contended that the city’s social equity program violated the U.S. Constitution’s dormant commerce clause. This clause prohibits state and local governments from granting preferential treatment to local citizens over residents of other states.</p> <p>The court, however, refused to halt the lottery selection process, allowing an additional 100 social equity applicants to apply for cannabis retail licenses. These applicants were selected under the city’s Phase 3 Retail Round 2 Lottery, and more than 1,200 applicants requested social equity verification. Out of these, 500-plus applicants qualified, according to the city’s Department of Cannabis Regulation.</p> <h6>The Implications of the Social Equity Program</h6> <p>The social equity program is an essential component of the legal cannabis industry, aimed at ensuring that communities most affected by the war on drugs have a fair shot at participating in the industry. It aims to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion by providing opportunities for those who have been disproportionately affected by the criminalization of cannabis.</p> <p>Social equity programs vary from state to state, but they generally offer a range of benefits, including priority licensing, technical assistance, and reduced application fees. The program has been successful in addressing the issue of underrepresentation of minorities in the cannabis industry. However, legal challenges, such as the one faced in Los Angeles, continue to be a barrier to achieving the program’s objectives.</p> <h6>The Road Ahead for the Cannabis Industry</h6> <p>The cannabis industry is still in its early stages, and there is much work to be done to ensure that it continues to grow and thrive. Social equity programs, such as the one in Los Angeles, play a vital role in ensuring that the industry remains inclusive and diverse.</p> <p>As the industry evolves, it is essential to address the legal challenges facing social equity programs to ensure that they continue to be effective. It is also essential to ensure that the benefits of the cannabis industry are not limited to a select few but are accessible to everyone, regardless of their background.</p> <p>The post <a href="https://blackcannabismagazine.com/social-equity-applicants-in-los-angeles-get-opportunity-to-apply-for-cannabis-retail-licenses-despite-legal-scrutiny/">Social Equity Applicants in Los Angeles Get Opportunity to Apply for Cannabis Retail Licenses Despite Legal Scrutiny</a> appeared first on <a href="https://blackcannabismagazine.com">Black Cannabis Magazine</a>.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://blackcannabismagazine.com/social-equity-applicants-in-los-angeles-get-opportunity-to-apply-for-cannabis-retail-licenses-despite-legal-scrutiny/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">195272</post-id> </item> </channel> </rss> <!-- Performance optimized by W3 Total Cache. 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