Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Agency Faces License Backlog

Oklahoma's medical marijuana industry is facing significant frustration due to a backlog in license renewals at the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority (OMMA), which has imposed a moratorium on issuing new licenses until 2026. Business owners like Kyle King, who invested $100,000 in hopes of becoming a licensed grower, are left in limbo without official licenses, unable to earn from their investments. Advocates claim that hundreds of licenses are stuck in the renewal process, violating state law that mandates renewals within 90 business days, raising public safety concerns over unlicensed operations. While OMMA disputes claims of non-compliance, it has not provided data on the number of overdue licenses. Amidst these challenges, some operators are considering relocating to states with more favorable regulations. The situation has prompted calls for OMMA to improve its processes and support the industry more effectively.