On March 31, 2023, Gov. Andy Beshear (D) signed Senate Bill 47, legalizing medical cannabis in the state.

While the program is not set to begin until 2025, the landmark decision represents a major shift. Many of the policies surrounding the legislation are yet to be established, as an advisory board has not yet been assembled.

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Operators should keep an eye on the state as licensing guidelines become known in Kentucky.