This is a smart move to bring more accountability to Maine’s cannabis industry

Too often, regulatory agencies end up serving corporate interests instead of the people, so having legislative oversight could help keep things transparent. Given how important cannabis policy is for criminal justice reform and economic equity, we need leadership that actually prioritizes those values. Opponents calling this a power grab are just trying to protect the status quo, which has been failing small cannabis businesses and consumers. Hopefully, this bill passes and sets a precedent for more democratic control over regulatory agencies.