EVENT RECAP: Cannabis Legislation Update

On Tuesday, November 14, 2017, the Health Committee hosted a cannabis legislation update to educate residents, community members and stakeholders about the future of cannabis regulations in Los Angeles. This was the second of a series of cannabis educational sessions hosted by the committee to educate 2^nd Supervisorial District residents, community members and stakeholders about upcoming cannabis regulations and the future of cannabis regulations from Los Angeles County and City leaders, as well as providing a public health perspective.

More than 50 attendees enthusiastically engaged the panelists with thoughtful questions and comments. Panelists included: Joe Nicchita, Countywide Coordinator, Office of Marijuana Management; Cat Packer, Executive Director, Department of Cannabis Regulation; and Cindy Harding, Chief Deputy Director, Los Angeles County Department of Public Health.

Resources:

• Map of Marijuana Dispensaries
• Commercial Cannabis in LA County (presentation)
• Impact of Marijuana Use
• The Legalization of Cannabis through a Health Equity Lens
• Regulating Commercial Cannabis Activity in LA City