Qualla Boundary (WLOS) — Leaders say the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians’ medical cannabis program will start accepting applications on a day synonymous with marijuana use.
The seed-to-sale effort was authorized by the tribal council in 2021, and plant harvesting began last year. Starting April 20 (or 4-20), 2023, the application process for medical marijuana patient cards will open for tribal members only.
Applications will be accepted online and in person.
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The Cannabis Control Board (CCB) is the office of the EBCI tribal government responsible for regulation of the medical cannabis industry. The CCB issues licenses for medical cannabis businesses, agent cards for the individuals managing and working in medical cannabis businesses, and patient cards for individuals who qualify to have access to medical cannabis. Cherokee Code Chapter 17 governs the medical cannabis industry, including the authority and responsibilities of the CCB.
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