The Green Brief
The Green Brief
Podcast Description
The Green Brief is a monthly podcast developed to deliver the real story behind cannabis law and policy in Oklahoma and beyond. Hosted by Mason Pain of Gies Law Firm, it features unfiltered conversations with attorneys, organizers and industry insiders on compliance, reform, enforcement and the fight for access.
If you’re navigating the cannabis space or pushing for change, this podcast brings you the context, strategy and voices that matter.
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This podcast delves into various topics related to cannabis legislation, including compliance, enforcement, and advocacy for patient rights. Notable episodes discuss critical issues like homegrown rights, employment protections, and the economic implications of policies such as State Question 837 in Oklahoma, which aims to reform cannabis laws and ensure broader access.
The Green Brief is a monthly podcast developed to deliver the real story behind cannabis law and policy in Oklahoma and beyond. Hosted by Mason Pain of Gies Law Firm, it features unfiltered conversations with attorneys, organizers and industry insiders on compliance, reform, enforcement and the fight for access.
If you’re navigating the cannabis space or pushing for change, this podcast brings you the context, strategy and voices that matter.
Oklahoma’s sudden enforcement of Certificate of Occupancy rules continues to send shockwaves through the cannabis industry, leaving many operators scrambling to stay compliant.
In this episode of The Green Brief, Mason Pain sits down with Larissa Darnaby of Landmark Solutions to unpack the sudden enforcement of Certificate of Occupancy (COO) requirements in Oklahoma’s medical marijuana industry. From rural zoning gaps to the tangled roles of OMMA, the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics and the State Fire Marshal, this conversation exposes the real-world impact on licensees, landowners and local economies.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Certificate of Occupancy Crisis
02:45 Understanding the Regulatory Triangle and Its Impact
05:06 The Shift in Certificate of Occupancy Requirements
08:08 The Confusion Surrounding Compliance and Enforcement
10:06 The Broader Implications for Oklahoma Businesses
12:16 The Unique Challenges Faced by Cannabis Businesses
14:50 The Aftermath of the New Regulations
17:19 Navigating the Regulatory Landscape
19:34 The Future of Cannabis Licensing in Oklahoma
29:27 Navigating Legislative Changes and Client Expectations
33:33 Understanding the Impact of Regulations on Clients
38:40 Adapting Consulting Strategies in a Changing Landscape
42:28 The Human Element in Regulatory Challenges
44:50 Building a Path Forward for the Industry
50:23 Creating Clarity and Trust in the Regulatory Process
Keywords: Oklahoma cannabis, certificate of occupancy, regulatory compliance, cannabis business challenges, land use, economic development, cannabis industry, marijuana regulations, Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics, cannabis licensing
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