Praise For Equity Efforts, But Stakeholders Still Work On System Flaws
September 2, 2024
New entrants to Illinois marijuana market still struggle against entrenched businesses
New entrants to Illinois marijuana market still struggle against entrenched businesses
“I started to raise my antenna and just realized that there had to be some more oversight.”
Four legal experts who reviewed the contract … concluded it was unfair and potentially predatory.
“The entire industry deserves an opportunity to be heard before any major changes in rules are made—particularly those that will benefit the largest businesses.”
“Cannabis equity businesses and Equitable Opportunities Now team up to oppose license cap changes and address industry challenges”
Agency approved change to delivery regulations five months ago, but nothing official yet
With limited access to capital, some are marijuana companies are finding themselves trapped
“With the Cannabis Social Equity Trust Fund, we are rewriting this narrative and providing a secure path for aspiring social equity cannabis entrepreneurs to succeed.”
Some $50,000 grantees have been contacted by the state, formal announcement coming soon
We will make a road trip for whatever this Merrimack Valley cultivator is growing
