Washington state is apparently among the first jurisdictions to create a task force focused on unwanted cannabis odors permeating the area near businesses.
MJBiz Daily
- The state has put out a request for proposals to vendors who can detect and report on odors. The lowest-priced proposal was for more than twice the budget allotment.
- Unwanted odors have been the subject of racketeering (RICO) lawsuits against cannabis companies, which are often motivated by opponents of the industry.
- The industry is wary of the state imposing new regulatory fees associated with odor mitigation.
- It’s not clear if other states will follow Washington’s lead.
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- In her CannaBitch newsletter, Jackie Bryant discusses how the legal market supports the illegal market.
