BSCC Releases $125 Million for Illicit Cannabis Enforcement
Summary
The Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) has released $125 million in grant funding to support local governments in their efforts to combat illicit cannabis operations. This funding, part of a larger statewide initiative, aims to address public health and safety impacts associated with illegal cannabis activities.
What changed
The Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) has announced the release of $125 million in grant funding, marking the fourth cohort of funds distributed to support local governments in their enforcement of illicit cannabis activities. This brings the total statewide funding for such efforts to nearly $250 million, as authorized by Proposition 64, to address public health and safety concerns.
Local government agencies are encouraged to apply for this funding to bolster their initiatives against the illegal cannabis market. While the announcement details the release of funds, specific application deadlines or detailed eligibility criteria are not provided in this notice, requiring interested parties to consult the linked announcement for further details on how to access and utilize these grants.
What to do next
- Review linked announcement for grant application details and eligibility criteria
- Develop or enhance local government strategies for illicit cannabis enforcement
Source document (simplified)
BSCC releases $125 million to support illicit cannabis enforcement
February 18, 2026
The Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) released $125 million in grant funding to support local governments in their efforts to address the public health and safety impacts associated with the legalization of cannabis, as provided by Proposition 64. With this fourth cohort, statewide funding now totals nearly $250 million.
Last updated on February 27th, 2026
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