Minnesota tribal nations are preparing to enter the adult-use cannabis industry, leveraging first-mover advantages to boost economic development. Mitchel Chargo, chair of Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP’s national cannabis practice, said cannabis could generate revenue for education, health care, and infrastructure while creating jobs in remote areas. However, he noted challenges in aligning tribal and state regulations. State officials acknowledge tribes will play a key role in supplying the market.
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