OMC Provides Update on Federal Marijuana Rescheduling
Today, President Trump initiated actions to expedite the rescheduling of marijuana to Schedule III under the U.S. Controlled Substances Act. While a Schedule III designation could provide targeted federal tax relief by eliminating the application of Internal Revenue Code Section 280E, it would not legalize marijuana at the federal level or change the status of […]
OMC Clarifies Policy on County-Based License Assignments
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Delaware Office of the Marijuana Commissioner Clarifies Policy on County-Based License Assignments Dover, DE — The Delaware Office of the Marijuana Commissioner (OMC) is issuing this statement to clarify recent confusion regarding county-based license assignments in the state’s adult-use marijuana program. Contrary to recent reports, county-based assignments have not been removed. Licensees […]
OMC Announces Implementation of the Social Equity Financial Assistance (SEFA) Grant Program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dover, DE — The Delaware Office of the Marijuana Commissioner (OMC) today announced the implementation of the Social Equity Financial Assistance (SEFA) Grant Program. This initiative reflects the State of Delaware’s commitment to advancing equitable participation in the adult-use marijuana industry by providing direct financial support to eligible social equity licensees. The […]
OMC Reports Strong First Month of Recreational Cannabis Sales
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE DOVER, Del. — The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner announced strong results from the first month of recreational marijuana sales, underscoring the successful launch of Delaware’s adult-use cannabis market. Since opening in early August, the market has shown steady growth across all three counties, with consumers demonstrating broad interest in a variety […]
Delaware Reports Strong Start to Recreational Marijuana Sales
Delaware officials report encouraging results from the first weekend of recreational marijuana sales, which began August 1, marking a major milestone in the implementation of adult-use cannabis legislation. The inaugural three-day weekend (Friday to Sunday) had combined sales (adult and medical) of over $903,000, a measurable increase in sales pace that demonstrates robust demand and a successful market launch. The $625,000 in adult sales corresponds to an estimated $93,700 in tax revenue. Sales by county indicate that New Castle County (five locations) generated $432,319.78 in combined sales, followed by Sussex County (five locations) at $242,832.64, and Kent County (four locations) at $227,946.54.
