NEWS & RESOURCES

On June 8, 2026, Amy O'Gorman Jenkins (Executive Director of the California Cannabis Operators Association) testified before the Senate in support of Assembly Bill 2249 (Irwin), legislation that would regulate cannabis packaging and marketing to children. AB 2249

Learn the latest on California's cannabis policy and legislation, post-House of Origin deadline.

The California Assembly and Senate Appropriations Committees recently advanced a slate of cannabis bills addressing enforcement reform, product testing, packaging standards, and growing concerns over nitrous oxide sales to minors. (California Cannabis Legislation)

Youth advocates and licensed cannabis operators want the same California: one where regulated products are the norm, unregulated products are the exception, and a functioning enforcement infrastructure protects children. That outcome requires a legal market strong enough to actually survive. (legal cannabis protects kids)

Under AB 2697 from Assemblymember Gail Pellerin (D), which last month was approved by the Assembly Business and Professions Committee, cannabis businesses would need approval from the local jurisdictions in which they operate in order to add the drive-thru option.

Today’s announcement by the Trump Administration to reclassify medicinal cannabis marks a significant shift in national drug policy and a meaningful step toward aligning federal law with states like California. CaCOA is continuing to review the 33-page executive order, and additional analysis will be forthcoming. (federal cannabis rescheduling)