This bill amends various provisions related to the regulation of cannabis businesses by local units of government in Minnesota. It establishes that local governments cannot prohibit the possession, transportation, or use of cannabis products and cannot prevent the establishment or operation of licensed cannabis businesses, except as specified in section 342.22. The bill allows local governments to impose reasonable restrictions on the time, place, and manner of cannabis business operations through ordinances, while also prohibiting cannabis businesses from operating within certain distances from schools and daycares. Additionally, it mandates that local governments work with the state office to develop model ordinances and compliance check procedures.

Key changes include the insertion of new requirements for local governments to submit annual data on compliance checks for cannabis businesses, detailing the results and any violations. The bill also modifies the process for local government certification of cannabis business compliance with zoning ordinances and state codes, allowing the state office to waive local certification requirements under certain conditions. Furthermore, it introduces a new provision that permits counties with city consent to develop a process for issuing retail registrations, ensuring that the number of registrations aligns with population increments. Overall, the bill aims to enhance local control while ensuring compliance with state regulations.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 342.22