The Minneapolis City Council is considering a new ordinance requiring cannabis and hemp retailers to register with the city.
The ordinance would codify state law passed in 2024, Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management spokesperson Jim Walker said. Under the ordinance, businesses without a license may be inspected and fined. City staff will present the ordinance to the City Council's Business, Housing & Zoning Committee on April 8.
Zoe Thiel, manager of the city's Small Business Team, said it is the local government's responsibility to register all businesses in the city that sell cannabis and hemp products.
While adult-use cannabis is not sold in stores, THC derived from hemp plants can be sold, Thiel said. Businesses will need to apply for licenses from the state, then register with the city to sell cannabis. The current cycle to get licenses closed on March 24. Walker said the next opening will be announced later.
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