After an exhaustive effort, AB 195 (Budget Committee) passed the Legislature with bi-partisan support and now goes to the governor, who is expected to sign it. 

AB 195 will take effect immediately upon signature by the governor, providing the legal cannabis industry some much-needed temporary tax relief, beginning July 1, 2022.  

While imperfect, we achieved some significant victories, which we should be proud of. In less than a month, CCIA was able to advance meaningful changes to the cannabis tax reform plan, as proposed by the governor.

CCIA has been lobbying for the elimination of the cultivation tax since it went into effect four years ago. Zeroing out the cultivation tax indefinitely and shifting excise tax collection from distribution to retail are big wins for our industry! We also achieved tax relief for at least three years, successfully pushed back on an automatic tax increase, which would have taken effect in 2024, bolstered enforcement against unlicensed operators, and provided additional relief for social equity operators.  This was not an easy undertaking and we should be proud of our collective advocacy efforts.

But, our work is far from done. CCIA’s lobbying efforts would not have been possible without the dedication and support of our members. Together we will continue to vigorously advocate on behalf of the legal industry.

Cannabis policy reform is never easy. Meaningful change takes relentless persistence and dedication.  There has never been a more important time to come together and fight. The survival of the regulated industry is vital to providing stable tax revenues for the State and to the advancement of public health and safety. 

As a CCIA member, you are an essential part of the advocacy process. Your experience and insights are critical and our united voice will amplify your concerns.  Come share successes and your struggles in one of our committees. This is where dynamic discussions and member-driven recommendations are developed.  If you’re not a member of the organization now is the time to join! Click HERE or the button below!