In Amsterdam Style, California Senate Moves To Legalize Cannabis Farmers Markets And Cafes
The California Senate has taken a significant step toward expanding the state’s cannabis market by approving two key bills that could reshape how small marijuana growers and consumers interact.
The Senate voted 27-5 to pass a bill allowing small cannabis growers to sell their products directly to consumers at state-organized farmers markets. If signed into law, this legislation would permit on-site cannabis consumption at these events, providing a new avenue for small producers to reach consumers, reported Marijuana Moment.
Championed by Assembly member Gail Pellerin (D), the bill will not be implemented until January 1, 2026.
Under the proposed law, the Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) would issue a “state temporary event license” for onsite cannabis sales and consumption at venues approved by local jurisdictions. Eligible applicants would …