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Notice of Availability for CEQA documentation for Cannabis Activities in Stanislaus County
Under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) is serving as the lead agency for environmental review of commercial cannabis projects in Stanislaus County.
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California Department of Cannabis Control announces $30M in grant funding to advance cannabis research
(DCC) is soliciting research proposals from California public universities. Up to $30 million in grant funding is available to support cannabis-related academic research that address critical gaps in scientific knowledge and guide future policy decisions.
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Department of Cannabis Control submits proposed pesticide testing requirements for public input
These proposed changes are based on the latest recommendations from the Department of Pesticide Regulation and reflect the DCC’s commitment to align testing standards with the most current public health science.
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Multi-agency operation yields record $123.5 million seized in illicit cannabis
SACRAMENTO – In its largest operation to date, the state’s task force dedicated to eradicating illegal cannabis operations conducted a large-scale, multi-agency operation in the Central Valley, leading to the seizure of 105,700 illicit cannabis plants and 22,057 pounds of processed cannabis worth $123.5 million.
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California Department of Cannabis Control Proposes New Standards to Foster Innovation and Ensure Safety in Animal Cannabis Products
SACRAMENTO, CA — Recently, the California Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) announced proposed regulations aimed at creating a clear and regulated pathway for cannabis products intended for pets. These proposed standards are designed to support innovation while prioritizing the health and safety of animals. “The development of these standards reflects our commitment to fostering a…
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California seizes over $316M worth of unlicensed cannabis products in Q1 2025
Enforcement efforts continue to focus on operations that ultimately support the licensed market and community safety SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that over $316M worth of illegal cannabis was seized in the first quarter of 2025 through the combined efforts of the Governor’s Unified Cannabis Enforcement Task Force (UCETF), the Department of Fish…
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California Supreme Court action preserves California’s cannabis laws
SACRAMENTO – Upholding California’s law making cannabis legal, the California Supreme Court has depublished a California Court of Appeal decision in JCCrandall v. County of Santa Barbara, so that it has no effect as precedent. The California Supreme Court’s action eliminates the Court of Appeal’s suggestion that California’s cannabis regulations were unlawful due to cannabis…
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California Department of Cannabis Control announces regulatory reforms to streamline administration and strengthen consumer protections
SACRAMENTO, CA — Today, the California Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) announced the filing of a new cannabis cultivation regulatory package designed to streamline administration, eliminate redundant regulations, and enhance consumer protections. These changes underscore the DCC’s ongoing commitment to creating a more efficient, transparent, and accountable cannabis market that prioritizes public health and safety while…
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Joint efforts by California Highway Patrol and Department of Cannabis Control result in seizure of over $20M in illicit cannabis
Departmental cooperation strengthens the state’s aggressive stance on unlicensed cannabis operations SACRAMENTO — Continuing efforts to reinforce public safety, public health and the legal and regulated cannabis market, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) and the Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) combined efforts led to the seizure of $20,852,700 worth of illicit cannabis plants in Oakland. Last week…
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California’s Unified Cannabis Enforcement Task Force seizes over $254M worth of unlicensed cannabis products in 2024
Task force’s highlights include millions of pieces of illegal cannabis packaging targeting children seized SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the ongoing achievements of the Unified Cannabis Enforcement Task Force (UCETF), which seized and destroyed over $254 million in unlicensed cannabis and products during 2024. UCETF concentrated its enforcement efforts on illegal cultivation, retail, and delivery services,…
