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Rhode Island Cannabis Licensing Chaos | Providence News
Rhode Island’s new cannabis licensing law has sparked outrage among investors and entrepreneurs, forcing a major redo for a dispensary project backed by over half a million dollars. A key issue? A social equity license recipient—meant to uplift communities harmed by past drug laws—is now disqualified under revised rules, leaving her locked out while her partner, investor David Rozen, publicly protests with banners. The Cannabis Control Commission, led by new chair Michelle Reddish, acknowledges the friction and vows to streamline the process without compromising legal compliance. Former mayor…
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