The Unlicensed Establishment Enforcement Clarification Emergency Amendment Act of 2025 amends the Legalization of Marijuana for Medical Treatment Initiative of 1999 to enhance enforcement against unlicensed establishments selling Schedule I substances. The bill expands the definition of "unlicensed establishment" to include those that sell or deliver Schedule I substances or products containing them. It authorizes enforcement actions against these establishments starting April 1, 2025, regardless of pending applications with the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board (ABCA). Additionally, it allows for summary closures of unlicensed establishments if they pose an imminent danger to public health and safety.
The bill also introduces new provisions for licensed establishments, permitting the ABCA and the Metropolitan Police Department to take enforcement actions against them if they engage in unlawful activities related to Schedule I substances. It establishes a process for summary closures, including the requirement for written notice and the right to a hearing for the establishment owners. The amendments aim to ensure public safety by allowing continued enforcement actions until any imminent danger is resolved, and they clarify the responsibilities of the ABCA in monitoring compliance with the law.