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California's Legal Cannabis Market Generates Billions Amid Crackdown on Illicit Operations

4 Sep 2026 12:07 p.m. · Source: California Governors Office

California's legal cannabis market has generated nearly $8.4 billion in tax revenue since 2018, funding vital programs. Governor Newsom announced continued efforts to combat illicit operators and protect consumers, including a recent $13.3 million seizure in Los Angeles.

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California Tax Agency Recovers $168 Million in Illicit Cannabis and Tobacco

5 Aug 2026 1:12 p.m. · Source: California Governors Office

California's tax agency, CDTFA, has seized $168 million in illicit cannabis and tobacco since 2019, including $22 million this year. This effort protects legal businesses, recovers vital tax revenue, and strengthens regulated markets across the state.

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