The Comprehensive Cannabis Legalization and Regulation Amendment Act of 2025 seeks to create a robust regulatory framework for cannabis in the District of Columbia, aligning it with existing regulations for alcoholic beverages. The bill establishes the Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Board (ABCA) and the Cannabis Regulation Division to oversee licensing and regulation, requiring licenses for all cannabis sales and prohibiting exchanges of cannabis for other items. It introduces various license categories, including cultivation, manufacturing, and retail, while also creating the Cannabis Equity and Opportunity Fund to support Social Equity Applicants. The legislation emphasizes social equity by reserving a percentage of licenses for these applicants and establishing grant and loan programs to facilitate their entry into the cannabis market.

Additionally, the bill introduces a Community Reinvestment Program Fund to provide financial assistance for community initiatives, overseen by a newly formed Community Reinvestment Program Board. It outlines strict regulations for cannabis establishments, including advertising restrictions, operational requirements, and penalties for non-compliance. The legislation also imposes taxes on cannabis sales, mandates the establishment of a public data portal for tracking compliance, and includes provisions for the automatic expungement of cannabis-related convictions. Overall, the bill aims to address historical injustices related to cannabis enforcement while promoting equitable access to the cannabis industry and ensuring public safety through comprehensive regulation.