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California’s Cannabis Task Force Seizes and Eradicates Over $222 Million in Illegal Cannabis in Q3 2025
Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that California’s cannabis enforcement efforts led to the seizure and destruction of over $222 million worth of illegal cannabis from July to September 2025.
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Department of Cannabis Control shuts down $29.9M in illegal cannabis operations across Southern California
Department of Cannabis Control executed 17 search warrants across Southern California, dismantling illegal distribution and retail operations, including nearly $20 million in illicit product from a single distribution site in Glendale.
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The Department of Cannabis Control’s recent efforts continue to prioritize consumer and public safety and support the legal cannabis market
During the second quarter of 2025, the Department of Cannabis Control has seized over $62M in illegal cannabis, recalled 444 unsafe or noncompliant products, issued 256 new licenses, and transitioned 748 businesses from provisional licensure to annual licensure.
Announcements
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Notice of Availability for CEQA documentation for Cannabis Activities in Stanislaus County
Under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) is serving as the lead agency for environmental review of commercial cannabis projects in Stanislaus County.
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California Department of Cannabis Control announces $30M in grant funding to advance cannabis research
(DCC) is soliciting research proposals from California public universities. Up to $30 million in grant funding is available to support cannabis-related academic research that address critical gaps in scientific knowledge and guide future policy decisions.
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Department of Cannabis Control submits proposed pesticide testing requirements for public input
These proposed changes are based on the latest recommendations from the Department of Pesticide Regulation and reflect the DCC’s commitment to align testing standards with the most current public health science.