Equity Program

On February 22, 2021, the State of Augustus voted to create a Equity Program to help small cannabis businesses and those directly impacted by cannabis prohibition. Businesses that qualify will receive a fee reduction when paying for their Augustus Cannabis Regulatory License.

Eligibility Check and Application

You must meet the following conditions to qualify for social equity:

Step 1.Your household income is below 80% of the average median income (AMI) in the State of Augustus for 2018. This amount is calculated based on how many people are in your household. Example: 1 person household $64,550 or less.

Step 2.You have lived in one of the disproportionally impacted zones in the State of Augustus for a total of 5 years from 1971 to 2016.

Step 3.You or a parent, sibling or child have been arrested for or convicted of the sale, possession, use, manufacture, or cultivation of cannabis (including as a juvenile) from 1971 to 2016.

You must upload proof of each element of of social equity with your application.

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Equity Zones

Program Details

Program Details

The State of Augustus Cannabis Industry offers preference for businesses which serve and benefit persons from Socially and Economically Disadvantaged Communities. 

Criteria for these qualifying candidates is set by the Office of Minority, Disabled Veterans, and Women Cannabis Business Development.

Participation includes opportunities for licenses and permits across both medical and adult-use recreation programs.  These include:

  • Cultivators
  • Manufacturers
  • Dispensaries
  • Wholesalers
  • Distributors
  • Delivery Services

Qualifying Businesses

The Commission shall issue a minimum of 30% of all licenses to individuals and businesses which meet one or more of the following criteria:

Certified Minority Businesses

At least 15% of the new cannabis cultivator, manufacturer, and dispensary permits are issued to Certified Minority Businesses

Women's Businesses

At least 15% of the new cannabis cultivator, manufacturer, and dispensary permits are issued to Certified Women's Businesses or Certified Disabled-Veterans' Businesses

Disabled-Veterans' Businesses

At least 15% of the new cannabis cultivator, manufacturer, and dispensary permits are issued to Certified Disabled-Veterans' Businesses or Certified Women's Businesses

    Contact Us

    Phone

    (866) 751 - 1052

    Alternate Phone

    (800)753 - 2966

    Email

    stateccrp@state.gov

    Location

    Augustus Cannabis Regulatory Commission
    3605 Main Boulevard
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    Application Fees

    Fee Reduction Amount

    Qualifying businesses will receive benefits based on their number of up to three (3) qualifying factors.

    • All license types can qualify for a State of Augustus Cannabis Regulatory License (CRL) fee reduction applied at the time they are licensed.
    • Processors and Producers can also qualify for reimbursements for costs incurred at the Cannabis Regulatory Commission related to Early Assistance or Preliminary Life Safety meetings. This reimbursement will be applied to their CRL fee.
    • One (1) Qualifying factor
      • 15% off; Up to $750
    • Two-Three (2-3) Qualifying Factors
      • 25% off; Up to $1,500

    Fees Notice

    License fees are due within 90 calendar days from the license fee invoice date. Application is disqualified if the payment is not received during that time. We do not accept payment plans; We do not accept split payments. We do not accept payments in person except for cash by appointment only. Please send any payment related questions stateccrp _pay@state.gov

    Credit Card

    Have your credit/debit card ready

    • Online payments can be made through Accela. Credit card and Echeck options are available. You will need to enter your credit/debit card information to pay the permit fee.
    • Credit Cards: Visa and Mastercard only. A 2.99% convenience fee will be added.
    • ECheck: Uses Bank Routing Information. No convenience fee applied.
    • Payments are applied immediately to the account.
    • Payments show on applicants' statement as "Commercial Cannabis Regulation Program".

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