Unwinding Among Friends In A Cannabis Lounge Could Soon Be Reality In Sacramento
Sacramento is exploring the possibility of allowing on-site cannabis consumption at dispensaries through a new pilot program.
If approved, this pilot program would introduce consumption lounges, giving residents a safe and social space to enjoy cannabis legally in the capital city of California.
Consumption Lounge
The proposal, led by Councilmember Katie Valenzuela, would allow two types of cannabis lounges.
The first would focus on the sale and consumption of cannabis-infused edibles and drinks, providing a more discreet option for those looking to avoid smoking.
The second would permit smoking on site with strict safety measures in place. Valenzuela has championed this initiative for two years, contending it would create a controlled environment for cannabis users to learn and engage with the product safely. “If you have kids at home, you can keep it completely away from them. It never comes into the house,” she said in an interview with …