Senate Bill No. 1039, introduced by Senators Alvord and Cantrell, amends existing laws regarding medical marijuana licenses in Oklahoma by modifying the grounds for denying applications for medical marijuana patient and business licenses. The bill requires the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority to notify applicants of any additional licensing fees and establishes a 45-day time limit for the remittance of these fees; failure to remit the required fees will result in application denial. It also updates statutory references and includes provisions for denial based on failure to meet standards set forth in the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act, as well as for unpaid fees.

The legislation outlines the structure and fees associated with various medical marijuana business licenses, including those for growers, processors, dispensaries, transporters, and testing laboratories, specifying annual nonrefundable fees based on the size of the operation and the amount of product handled. Key provisions include requirements for applicants to submit complete applications, be at least 25 years old, provide proof of state residency, and undergo a national fingerprint-based background check. The bill clarifies that there is no limit to the number of licenses an individual or entity can apply for, establishes criteria for license denial, and emphasizes compliance with local zoning laws. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 63-427.14
House Committee Substitute for Senate Bill: 63-420, 63-427.14
Floor (House): 63-420, 63-427.14
Floor (Senate): 63-427.14
Engrossed: 63-420, 63-427.14
Amended And Engrossed: 63-420, 63-427.14
Sub Committee OR Policy Committee Recommendations (House) Policy Committee Recommendation: 63-420, 63-427.14