Cannabis Bill Aims To Increase Marijuana Dispensary Ownership For Illinois Minorities
By Andrea Guthmann
Cannabis Bill Aims To Increase Marijuana Dispensary Ownership For Illinois Minorities
By Andrea Guthmann
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Illinois legalized recreational marijuana in 2019, and incorporated strong social justice initiatives into the legislation, including licenses set aside for “social equity applicants” hoping to own marijuana dispensaries.
Reset examines the details of cannabis legislation aiming to increase non-existent minority marijuana business ownership in Illinois.
GUESTS: La Shawn Ford, IL Democratic state representative
Willie J. R. Fleming, founder, Hemp for Hoods