The bill establishes an Enforcement Bureau within the Regulation and Licensing Department to oversee the enforcement of the Cannabis Regulation Act. It includes provisions for the appointment of a bureau chief and enforcement agents, who will be designated as peace officers with the authority to enforce laws and administrative rules related to cannabis. The bureau will investigate alleged violations, conduct inspections, and report findings to the superintendent and the cannabis control division. Additionally, the bill outlines the procedures for embargoing, recalling, and seizing cannabis products suspected of being illegal or misbranded, as well as the penalties for violations.

Key insertions in the bill include the establishment of the Enforcement Bureau and the specific powers granted to it, such as conducting inspections, issuing orders to restrict the movement of cannabis products, and the ability to petition for injunctive relief. The bill also introduces penalties for individuals who interfere with embargoed or recalled cannabis products, classifying such actions as fourth-degree felonies. The effective date for the provisions of this act is set for July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
CE substitute: 9-16-1