The Adult-use Cannabis Program Act establishes a framework for the legal cultivation, processing, and dispensing of adult-use cannabis in Pennsylvania for individuals aged 21 and older. The Act mandates the creation of a program within the Department of Health, which will oversee the issuance of farmer-grower permits, enforce regulations, and conduct inspections of facilities. Farmer-growers must adhere to specific requirements, including limitations on the size and security of their growing sites, and must implement an inventory tracking system to monitor their cannabis plants and sales. The Act also outlines the application process for permits, which includes a nonrefundable fee of $2,500, and stipulates that permits are valid for one year.

Additionally, the Act imposes a 1% tax on the gross receipts from the sale of adult-use cannabis by farmer-growers, which is to be paid by the grower/processor. The advisory board established under the Medical Marijuana Act will provide recommendations regarding the number of farmer-growers permitted. The Act ensures that farmer-growers comply with local zoning and land use requirements, and it mandates regular reporting to the Department of Health regarding sales and revenue. The Act will take effect upon the publication of the notice of enactment, with certain sections taking effect immediately.