Mitch Chargo Discusses New Business Opportunities Set to be Unlocked by Minnesota's New Cannabis Regulation

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June 12, 2025

Hinshaw partner Mitch Chargo was quoted in a Forbes article discussing the Minnesota Legislature's recent passage of a comprehensive cannabis regulation bill. The legislation introduces a range of technical updates and new provisions to the state's legal cannabis framework and unlocks additional cannabis business opportunities.

Mitch highlighted several components of the bill, noting, "It creates a new lower-potency hemp wholesaler license. It also enables cannabis businesses to provide product samples at authorized events, which will greatly enhance consumer education and brand exposure."

He further emphasized the bill's market opportunities: "Additionally, hemp businesses are now able to export hemp-derived products out of state, even if those products do not meet Minnesota's compliance standards, which also opens broader market opportunities for Minnesota businesses."

The bill is expected to advance Minnesota's cannabis marketplace by addressing regulatory challenges and supporting local businesses as the state prepares to launch its legal cannabis market.

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