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RI S2497
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/6/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jacob Bissaillon
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AI Summary
- Removes the requirement that cannabis business applicants be Rhode Island residents or that business entities have 51% equity owned by Rhode Island residents
- Changes applicant qualification from proving state residency to providing "proof of residency" for cannabis cultivators, product manufacturers, retail sales licensees, and testing laboratories
- Applicants must still be 21 years or older, undergo criminal background checks, and comply with tax obligations
- Applies to multiple license types including cannabis cultivators, product manufacturers/wholesalers, retail sales operations, and testing laboratories
- Takes effect upon passage
Legislative Description
Amends sections of the Rhode Island cannabis act relating to the residency requirements for applicants for issuance of a license or certificate to own a cannabis establishment.
Food And Drugs
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
3/12/2026
Committee Referrals
Judiciary2/6/2026
Full Bill Text
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