The Cannabis Advisory Committee (CAC) is tasked with advising DCC on the development of relevant standards and regulations for commercial cannabis businesses, including those necessary to protect public health and safety. These requirements are guided by Business and Professions codes.
Apply to be a member
DCC welcomes new members and accepts applications on an ongoing basis. If you would like to be considered, please send your completed CAC application and resume to cac@cannabis.ca.gov.
Committee members
The CAC is expected to provide valuable input to DCC’s development of regulations and standards through its comprehensive representation and each individual member’s unique perspective on consumer, community, and market issues. In addition, the CAC will provide an important venue for DCC to hold robust public discussions that support the development of an innovative regulatory framework that benefits all Californians and results in a safe, sustainable, and equitable cannabis market.
2025 CAC meeting schedule
CAC meetings
The CAC generally meets every three months on the second Thursday with more meetings added based on the need for CAC member input and public comment.
Subcommittee meetings
Subcommittee meetings will be scheduled ad-hoc as requested by the subcommittee chair in collaboration with DCC. Dates are subject to change. Public notice of meeting dates will be provided at least 10 days in advance of the scheduled meeting.
The 2025 subcommittee meeting schedule is under development.
Annual reports
Each year the committee issues a report that describes:
- What they did during the previous year
- Recommendations made
- Whether recommendations were implemented
The committee has issued the following reports:
