NOTICE: Applications for conditional adult use dispensing organization licenses can be found below under the blue heading Adult Use License for New Dispensing Organizations
Applications for craft grow, infuser, and transportation licenses will be made available from the Department of Agriculture on or before January 7, 2020.
The Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act provides for the controlled legalization of adult use cannabis in Illinois beginning January 1, 2020. The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation is charged under the act with implementing and administrating multiple aspects of the program, including the licensing and oversight of dispensing organizations, dispensary agents, and agent education providers. This page contains general information for the public and potential licensees about the program’s administrative requirements and deadlines and frequently asked questions. This page will be regularly updated as new stages of the program are put into place in accordance with the timelines established by the legislation.