The bill amends the Medical Marihuana Facilities Licensing Act to modernize terminology and regulatory frameworks concerning medical cannabis facilities in Michigan. A significant change is the replacement of the term "marijuana" with "cannabis" throughout the legislation, aligning with contemporary language. The bill establishes a new cannabis regulatory agency responsible for overseeing the act's implementation and enforcement, including the development of safety, security, and operational standards for cannabis facilities. It also delineates the agency's responsibilities, such as setting facility standards, establishing testing and quality control procedures, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Additionally, the bill revises the licensing requirements for processors and safety compliance facilities within the cannabis industry. It removes the provision that allowed processors to transfer cannabis from individuals previously registered as primary caregivers for a limited time after obtaining a processor license. The updated requirements mandate that processors must employ an individual with at least two years of experience as a registered primary caregiver until December 31, 2021, and prohibits them from being registered primary caregivers themselves or hiring individuals who are. The bill also outlines the responsibilities of safety compliance facilities, including testing for chemical residues and maintaining secure laboratory spaces, while ensuring that all transactions are recorded in the statewide monitoring system.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 333.27102