Rhode Island Reopens Cannabis Licensing Process for Adult-Use Sales
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Summary
Rhode Island has reopened its application process for adult-use cannabis retail licenses following a constitutional dispute that invalidated the previous licensing round. The new licensing framework maintains dedicated opportunities for social equity applicants and worker cooperatives while eliminating the residency requirement that triggered the earlier legal challenge. This revised approach aims to support equitable market access while complying with constitutional standards. The reopened process represents an important step toward establishing a regulated cannabis market that balances social equity considerations with legal compliance.
