Gov. Tim Walz announced the appointment Thursday morning, tapping someone from the industry — at least in the low-potency side — rather than someone with experience in government. The director of the new office can begin work immediately, but the job is subject to confirmation by the state Senate.
The Office of Cannabis Management will regulate cannabis (including for the adult-use market, the Medical Cannabis Program, and for lower-potency hemp edibles) and issue licenses and develop regulations outlining how and when businesses can participate in the industry.
How is a business owner directing legislation for that business not a conflict of interests??
She is selling her business before starting this job. But it does seem a little fishy but she seems qualified and kind of makes sense for marijuana since no one in government knows how it works
Removed by mod
Standard operating procedure, sadly.
That was my first thought as well.
I’m glad there is movement on this. Spring 2025 is so far off.
The High Counselor, or THC for short
