This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 342.515, to increase the plant canopy that a medical cannabis combination business may use for cultivation from 60,000 square feet to 90,000 square feet. It allows these businesses to manufacture and transport medical cannabis and cannabinoid products to various entities, including other cannabis businesses and registered patients. Additionally, the bill introduces provisions for businesses to request an increase in their cultivation area based on market needs and compliance history. It also emphasizes the requirement for these businesses to provide a reliable supply of medical cannabis to the registry program.

Furthermore, the bill repeals subdivision 3 of section 342.515, which previously allowed the office to establish limits on cannabis manufacturing consistent with the cultivation area. The amendments include new language that clarifies the responsibilities of medical cannabis combination businesses and the conditions under which they may operate. The effective date for all changes is set for the day following final enactment.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 342.515