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Rhode Island Hemp Firms Allowed to Quarantine Inventory
Rhode Island hemp businesses are now permitted to quarantine their intoxicating hemp inventory rather than destroying it. This regulatory decision allows operators to keep their options open in case federal rules change. How do you navigate changes in product availability when local regulations shift?
MJBizDaily
Rhode Island Hemp Firms Allowed to Quarantine Inventory
RI Grapples With Hemp Policy As Federal THC Ban Looms
Rhode Island regulators are preparing to enforce a new federal restriction on hemp-derived cannabinoid products starting December 11, 2026. The rule limits products to 0.4 milligrams of total THC per container, creating uncertainty for local growers and the state's hemp market.
Marijuana Moment
RI Grapples With Hemp Policy As Federal THC Ban Looms
Uncertainty Continues for RI Hemp Growers Over THC Limits
Rhode Island's growing market for hemp-infused drinks faces a major disruption due to impending federal THC limits. Local businesses are struggling to plan for the upcoming year as they await updated guidance from the state's Cannabis Control Commission.
Rhode Island Current
Uncertainty Continues for RI Hemp Growers Over THC Limits
RI Hemp Growers Face Uncertainty Over Federal THC Limits
Rhode Island's hemp market is bracing for new federal limits restricting hemp-derived products to no more than 0.4 milligrams of total THC per container. The impending December 2026 federal ban has created significant uncertainty for local growers and the state's expanding market for infused drinks.
Rhode Island Current
RI Hemp Growers Face Uncertainty Over Federal THC Limits
RI Superior Court Rules on Cannabis Consulting Partnership Dispute
The Rhode Island Superior Court issued a decision on September 17, 2026, in a lawsuit involving a disputed partnership for cannabis business consulting. The court found in favor of the defendants regarding efforts to assist in establishing a cannabis business [STATE OF RHODE ISLAND PROVIDENCE, SC. SUPERIOR COURT (FILED: September 17, 2026) THOMAS CADUTO, : Plaintiff, : : v. :](https://www.courts.ri.gov/Decisions/Superior-PC-2021-1507.pdf).
Rhode Island Superior Court
RI Superior Court Rules on Cannabis Consulting Partnership Dispute
Guide Released for RI's 2026 Qualified Cannabis License Lottery
Following a regulatory reset, Rhode Island is moving forward with a qualified lottery for 24 new adult-use retail licenses. Out-of-state applicants can now compete after HB 8544 removed the previous residency mandate [Rhode Island Cannabis License 2026: Lottery & Rules | CannDelta](https://canndelta.com/rhode-island-cannabis-license-2026-lottery-guide). Applicants must clear regulatory and municipal zoning requirements before entering the draw.
CannDelta
Guide Released for RI's 2026 Qualified Cannabis License Lottery
RI Cannabis License Applications Open with Sept 11 Equity Deadline
Rhode Island has opened applications for 24 new retail cannabis licenses across six zones. Prospective applicants have until November 23 to apply, but the social-equity certification window strictly closes on September 11, 2026, according to recent updates [Rhode Island Cannabis & Hemp Regulations News & Updates](https://www.cannabisregulations.ai/location/rhode-island).
Cannabis Regulations AI
RI Cannabis License Applications Open with Sept 11 Equity Deadline
Court Clears Path for RI Cannabis Licensing
A federal judge dissolved a court order that had previously blocked Rhode Island's social equity and adult-use cannabis licensing program. The ruling on August 14, 2026, came after state lawmakers amended the law to drop the contested residency requirement, clearing the way for regulators to process new retail applications.
Law360
Court Clears Path for RI Cannabis Licensing
RI Opens New Licensing Window After Rule Change
Rhode Island has officially opened a new cannabis licensing window after scrapping its previous residency requirements. The updated process aims to avoid further legal challenges and allows a broader pool of applicants to enter the state's retail market.
Ganjapreneur
RI Opens New Licensing Window After Rule Change
RI Reopens Retail Cannabis License Applications
The Rhode Island Cannabis Control Commission reopened its retail cannabis license application process on August 7, 2026. This follows a federal court order that halted the initial attempt and new state legislation that removed residency requirements. The online portal will accept submissions through November 23, 2026.
MMJDaily
RI Reopens Retail Cannabis License Applications
RI Restarts Marijuana Business Licensing Process
Rhode Island officials have officially restarted the marijuana business licensing process following the end of litigation that blocked prior efforts. Online submissions for the state's three license types will be accepted through November 23, 2026.
Marijuana Moment
RI Restarts Marijuana Business Licensing Process
Regulators Restart RI Cannabis Retail License Applications
The Rhode Island Cannabis Control Commission officially reopened the adult-use retail licensing portal on August 7, 2026. The revamped process follows the voiding of the previous application round and introduces updated forms and instructions. Prospective applicants have until November 23, 2026, to submit their retail license applications.
Rhode Island Current
Regulators Restart RI Cannabis Retail License Applications
RI Eliminates Residency Rules for Cannabis Licenses
Governor Dan McKee signed H 8544 into law on June 10, 2026, amending the Rhode Island Cannabis Act. The new legislation eliminates previous residency requirements that had stalled the retail licensing process due to federal lawsuits. It also revises social equity applicant criteria and mandates a new application round.
Vicente LLP
RI Eliminates Residency Rules for Cannabis Licenses
RI Cannabis Sales Reach More Than $44 Million During Q2
The Rhode Island Cannabis Control Commission announced that state cannabis sales exceeded $44 million during the second quarter of 2026. This milestone highlights the continued growth and economic impact of Rhode Island's regulated cannabis market.
Rhode Island Cannabis Control Commission
RI Cannabis Sales Reach More Than $44 Million During Q2
RI Resets Social Equity Dispensary Licensing
Rhode Island has reset its social equity dispensary licensing process, requiring previous applicants to start over. The Cannabis Control Commission aims to make the new process as efficient as possible while meeting statutory requirements.
NBC 10 NEWS
RI Resets Social Equity Dispensary Licensing
State Moves to Lift Court Order on Pot Shop Licenses
Following the legislative removal of the residency requirement, the Rhode Island Cannabis Control Commission asked a federal judge to end the pause on recreational marijuana licenses. This legal maneuver aims to unblock the stalled retail licensing process.
Rhode Island Current
State Moves to Lift Court Order on Pot Shop Licenses
RI Eliminates Residency Rules for Cannabis Licensing
Gov. Dan McKee signed H 8544 into law, eliminating Rhode Island residency requirements for cannabis license applicants. The new law also revises Social Equity Applicant criteria and requires the Cannabis Control Commission to restart the retail licensing process.
Vicente LLP
RI Eliminates Residency Rules for Cannabis Licensing
RI lawmakers consider changes to cannabis laws
Rhode Island lawmakers are considering updates and changes to the state's cannabis laws. The legislative discussions took place in late May 2026 as the state continues to refine its regulatory framework.
WPRI.com
RI lawmakers consider changes to cannabis laws
CCC Appeals Federal Ruling Halting Retail License Rollout
The Rhode Island Cannabis Control Commission is appealing an April 8 federal court ruling that paused the awarding of 20 new retail licenses. The commission met in a closed-door session to discuss their legal strategy following the injunction.
Rhode Island Current
CCC Appeals Federal Ruling Halting Retail License Rollout
Senate Bill 3215 Introduced for Hemp THC Beverages
Rhode Island lawmakers introduced Senate Bill 3215, known as the Rhode Island Hemp THC Beverage Act, on April 14, 2026. The legislation aims to amend the Hemp Growth Act and designates the Department of Business Regulation as the primary regulator for hemp products.
State of Rhode Island General Assembly
Senate Bill 3215 Introduced for Hemp THC Beverages