California Cannabis Industry Association

🚨 Attention San Diego Cannabis Community! 🚨 Please join us on Wednesday, October 23 at 5:30 PM for a very important discussion on the future of cannabis and hemp in California. We are at a critical moment for the industry, on the heels of legislative, regulatory and administrative actions that affect businesses across both segments of the cannabinoid market. Come weigh in and share your perspectives, and mingle with others in the space. RSVP to join us: https://lnkd.in/gwkd7A-5 #cannabis #hemp #california

👏 We commend Governor Gavin Newsom's decisive action to address intoxicating hemp products in California, protecting public health and ensuring that harmful, unregulated products no longer undermine our state's rigorous cannabis laws. These emergency regulations will create a safer, more transparent marketplace while safeguarding our youth and preserving the integrity of — and critical tax revenues from — California’s cannabis legalization framework. To be clear, we believe there is a place for hemp-derived products in the cannabis ecosystem…once we establish parity and regulate cannabinoids based on intoxication, regardless of their source. We remain committed to working with stakeholders across the board on smart policy solutions that prioritize public safety. #cannabis #intoxicatinghemp #california

California has long been one of the most important global cannabis markets due to its historical role in the legalization movement, the size of the market, its cultural influence and the explosion of product innovation and new brands.  But that legacy is quickly being called into question as other adult use markets start to surpass California cannabis in terms of sales volumes and program viability, and the implications of those metrics on tax revenues for the state. The Los Angeles Times recently posed the question we’re all asking ourselves: “California’s legal weed system is broken, while Michigan’s is thriving. What gives?” Connor Sheets One of the most important distinctions between the two programs is how the states define and regulate THC. Michigan’s Cannabis Regulatory Agency is guided by definitions that are simple, straightforward and encompass both marijuana and hemp. That means that they are regulating products based on level of intoxication — not based on source — and the consumer sale of intoxicating THC products is limited to licensed cannabis dispensaries. In California, we’re faced with a highly regulated cannabis framework and consumer sales are limited to the licensed dispensary channel. Unfortunately, the same intoxicating THC products, but derived from hemp, can be purchased almost anywhere — without a license, without testing requirements, without the same level of taxation, and without the same youth protections. So what gives? We need to bring Michigan’s model for parity to California. There’s a place in the industry for all of us. But it’s time to shift away from our obsession with source and start talking about regulating Cannabis Sativa L (it’s all the same plant, after all) based on intoxication. We’re still in the early days of cannabis and we must be willing to adapt today, in service of the future. As they say, those who can bend with the wind will weather the storm. Share your thoughts 👇 Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/eUQr_UE5 Michigan Cannabis Industry Association Department of Cannabis Control

🔥 Hey California cannabis! Join us at #MJBizCon this December 3-6 in Las Vegas! 👀 Spot the latest innovations, equipment, and services you need to take your cannabis operation to the next level. Set your meetings, plan your upgrades, and strike partnerships all under one roof. ✅ Register by September 5 & you'll save up to $400. Save more with our 10% code: MIPMXAB20 Registration link: https://lnkd.in/g62AzZeF

Did you know that up to 60% of budtenders turn over in their first 2 months? 💸 This can have a significant impact on your business — costing you money and decreasing employee morale. 💡 Join us and CCIA member KayaPush to gain valuable insights on how to streamline your operations and improve employee retention. The Details: 📅 September 5, 2024 ⏰ 1:00PM PT 👉 Register now: https://bit.ly/kayapush

Happening today at 1PM! Join CCIA's All Member Meeting to learn more about the details of AB 2223 (Aguiar-Curry). Registration info is in your email or contact info@cacannabisindustry.org for Zoom access. Untaxed, untested, and unregulated intoxicating hemp products have and will continue to flood the California market, creating a serious threat to to the legal cannabis industry. AB 2223 protects licensed cannabis businesses, provides a framework to integrate hemp into the cannabis regulatory system, and provides opportunities for lowering costs to consumers. Join the conversation.

📣 Headed to the California Expo & State Fair this weekend? Be sure to check out the Embarc Craft Stage at the cannabis experience to hear from California Cannabis Industry Association members SC Labs and PAX, alongside Jack Herer Brands, on one of the most important topics there is: cannabis product safety and building consumer trust. 🗓 July 28 ⏰ 12:00-1:00pm 📌 The Craft Stage Josh Wurzer Alec Dixon Jayne Fiscus Dan Herer

The California State Fair Cannabis Exhibit may be back for the third time, but this year is nothing short of historic. Thanks to the work of many, including the team at Embarc, onsite cannabis sales and consumption were integrated into the California Cannabis Experience for the first time at any state fair. If you haven't already, don't miss your chance to take it all in live — exploring the educational exhibit and hearing from leading operators on some of the most important topics facing the cannabis industry and consumers. This Saturday, join the Budist team and their discerning judges to celebrate the winners of the 2024 California State Fair Cannabis Awards. Huge congratulations to CCIA members, Jetty Extracts, Autumn Brands and Halara, for their recognition as some of the finest cannabis manufacturers and cultivators in the state. Learn more about the Cannabis Experience, the programming lineup and the Cannabis Awards Winners here: https://lnkd.in/gUqpZ_Di

👋 Hey, cannabis community! Are you interested in getting more involved in shaping smart public policy that advances a safe, equitable, sustainable, and well-regulated cannabis market? The Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) just opened recruitment for the Cannabis Advisory Committee (CAC). The CAC advises on the development of standards and regulations for commercial cannabis businesses, including regulations necessary to protect public health and safety. Applications must be submitted to CAC@cannabis.ca.gov by July 31, 2024, in order to be considered. Check out the link below.

While the California Cannabis Industry Association (CCIA) is still evaluating the investigative report prepared by Paige St. John and Alex Halperin, and released by the Los Angeles Times, we are deeply concerned by any data that suggests consumer safety is at risk. "California has some of the most stringent cannabis standards in the nation, designed to protect consumer safety and public health. However, the state’s continued failure to enforce against those who fail to comply — both inside and outside of the regulated market — has put the credibility of the entire adult-use market in peril, and now threatens the very consumers we aim to serve. "Due to overly burdensome regulations, high taxes, and a lack of oversight, the state has inadvertently created an environment where bad actors feel compelled to cut corners to compete and survive. This undermines the integrity of the market and compromises consumer safety. "It is the explicit role of a regulator to establish and enforce standards that protect consumer safety. Compliant industries rely on these standards to guide their practices. Given the known safety risks associated with certain pesticides, we would expect the state to implement the strongest protections with which we can effectively comply. "It is equally important to recognize that the findings from this report, based on a limited sample from a few brands, do not represent the industry as a whole. Many reputable operators work tirelessly to ensure the safety of their products, often far exceeding California’s regulatory standards while pioneering innovation across the industry. The actions of a few should not tarnish the efforts of those who are committed to compliance and consumer safety. "CCIA has been calling on policymakers for years to take action to address the thriving illicit market and non-compliant licensees that threaten market integrity and put consumers in harm’s way. Effective policymaking must be accompanied by rigorous compliance and enforcement. We remain committed to collaborating with the governor, the legislature, and all stakeholders to improve enforcement mechanisms, uphold high standards, and ensure that consumers can trust the safety and quality of the legal cannabis products they purchase. #California #Cannabis #ConsumerSafety