California Cannabis Equity Program

The California Cannabis Equity Program aims to promote fair participation in the legal cannabis industry by supporting individuals and communities disproportionately impacted by past drug enforcement. It offers resources such as licensing assistance, access to funding, and technical support to qualified applicants, including those with prior cannabis-related convictions or from historically underserved communities. The goal is to create equitable economic opportunities, reduce barriers to entry, and foster diversity within the cannabis marketplace, ensuring that communities most affected by prohibition can benefit from its regulated legal industry.