Minnesota HF2701 requires the Office of Cannabis Management to prioritize reviewing social equity applicants before general applicants.

Minnesota HF2701 amends the state's cannabis licensing process by requiring the Office of Cannabis Management to review all verified social equity applicants before reviewing general licensing applicants. If the number of qualified social equity applicants exceeds available licenses, a lottery will be conducted to select applicants for preliminary approval. The bill ensures that social equity applicants are prioritized in the licensing process.

Minnesota HF2701 requires the Office of Cannabis Management to prioritize reviewing social equity applicants before general applicants.

Minnesota HF2701 amends the state's cannabis licensing process by requiring the Office of Cannabis Management to review all verified social equity applicants before reviewing general licensing applicants. If the number of qualified social equity applicants exceeds available licenses, a lottery will be conducted to select applicants for preliminary approval. The bill ensures that social equity applicants are prioritized in the licensing process.