The application process for social equity applicants in Maryland opens in September 2023. The Division shall enter each social equity applicant that meets the minimum requirements into a lottery and issue to social equity applicants not more than the following types of licenses:
- Standard Licenses: 20 Grower Licenses, 40 Processor Licenses, and 80 Dispensary Licenses.
- Micro Licenses: 30 Grower Licenses, 30 Processor Licenses, and 75 Dispensary Licenses. Second-round application submissions for Micro Licenses are limited to social equity applicants.
- Incubator Space Licenses: 10 Licenses
On or after May 1, 2024, the Division shall begin issuing the second round of licenses for non-social equity applicants.
