Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) Releases Proposition 64 Grants 

The BSCC recently released $125 million in grant funding to support local governments in their efforts to address the public health and safety impacts associated with the legalization of cannabis, as provided by Proposition 64.  

As part of the 2025 Budget Act, eligibility for grant funding administered by the BSCC has been expanded to support more local jurisdictions in addressing cannabis-related public safety challenges. Under the updated criteria, a local government is eligible for funding if it permits retail cannabis storefront sales or, for jurisdictions with populations of 10,000 residents or fewer, allows cannabis delivery serving both medicinal and adult-use consumers. The Budget Act also directs BSCC to prioritize grant awards for jurisdictions that focus on combating illicit cannabis activity, strengthening enforcement efforts, and promoting safer communities. Prior grantees that used funds for enforcement activities eradicated almost  one million illegal cannabis plants and seized 295 illegal firearms. 

Prospective applicants are encouraged to attend an online Applicant Grant Information Session on March 2, 2026, with proposals due March 30, 2026.  

Other important Request for Proposal activities and tentative timelines can be found here, but applicants are encouraged to monitor the BSCC Funding Opportunities  webpage for updated information, including Proposition 64 Grant Program eligibility requirements. 

More information on Proposition 64 funding can be found on the Prop 64 webpage, or by contacting the Prop 64 team at Prop64_Grant@bscc.ca.gov.  For media inquiries, please contact the BSCC Communications Director, jana.sanford-miller@bscc.ca.gov.