SB49

Establishing the Cannabis Control Board; providing for powers and duties of the Cannabis Control Board; establishing the Cannabis Regulation Fund; providing for permits and for dispensing cannabis to patients and caregivers; and making repeals.

Introduced·6/30/25

Pennsylvania SB49 establishes the Cannabis Control Board to oversee cannabis regulation, including permits, fees, and fund allocations.

Pennsylvania SB49 creates the Cannabis Control Board to regulate cannabis activities, including issuing permits for warehousing, distribution, and third-party transportation. The bill outlines permit fees, residency requirements, and background checks for applicants and employees. It establishes the Cannabis Regulation Fund, allocating revenue for the board's operations, law enforcement, and economic relief. The fund also supports drug abuse prevention and treatment services.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

29 Yea

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21 Nay

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Calendar

Jun 9

12:00 AM

Rules & Executive Nominations (s) Hearing

Jun 9

12:00 AM

Appropriations (s) Hearing

History

Jun 10

Senate

Third consideration and defeated on final passage (23-27)

Jun 10

Senate

Vote by which this bill was defeated on final passage, reconsidered (29-21)

Jun 9

Senate

Re-reported as amended