Arkansas Medical Marijuana Commission Sets High Fees For Growers

Arkansans looking to grow medical marijuana after voters passed Issue 6 in November may be turned away by the cost of applying for a license and paying an annual fee.

The Arkansas Medical Marijuana Commission, which was appointed to establish regulations for growers and dispensaries, decided growers will have to pay an annual fee of $100,000 in addition to the $15,000 application fee.

“You want someone that is financially sound to get the licenses,” Issue 6 sponsor David Couch said. “So if you’re able to pay a…

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