Nevada's Cannabis Advocacy Ecosystem

Nevada has a robust network of cannabis organizations spanning industry trade groups, policy reform advocates, patient rights groups, and social equity organizations. Whether you're a business owner, patient, consumer, or advocate, these organizations offer resources, community, and a voice in shaping cannabis policy.

Nevada Cannabis Association (NCA)

Website: nvdispense.com

Formerly known as the Nevada Dispensary Association, the Nevada Cannabis Association is the state's primary cannabis industry group. The NCA promotes best practices across the industry, conducts legislative advocacy at the state level, and provides compliance training for cannabis businesses navigating Nevada's regulatory framework.

NCA members include some of Nevada's most prominent cannabis operators: Planet 13 (home to the world's largest dispensary), Curaleaf, Cookies, Jardín, NuWu Cannabis Marketplace, and dozens of other cultivation, production, and retail operators statewide.

The NCA works closely with the Cannabis Compliance Board and the Nevada Legislature to advocate for sensible regulation, support industry growth, and represent operator interests during rulemaking and legislative sessions.

Las Vegas NORML / Nevada NORML

Website: lvnorml.org/nevada-norml

Las Vegas NORML is the Nevada chapter of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws. Focused on public awareness and policy reform, the chapter offers:

• Free monthly educational meetings open to the public, covering current legislation, consumer rights, and cannabis policy developments
• Criminal justice advocacy including assistance with marijuana record sealing
• Voter registration drives to encourage civic participation on cannabis ballot measures and candidates
• Public education campaigns to reduce stigma and promote responsible cannabis use

The national NORML Nevada page, which tracks state-specific penalties and law changes, is available at norml.org.

Marijuana Policy Project (MPP)

Website: mpp.org/states/nevada

The Marijuana Policy Project is the national organization that was instrumental in Nevada's Question 2 legalization campaign, which passed in November 2016 with 54% of the vote. MPP provided strategic support, funding, and organizational infrastructure to bring recreational cannabis to Nevada.

MPP maintains a detailed Nevada state page that tracks current laws, possession limits, legislative developments, and pending reforms. It remains an authoritative resource for understanding where Nevada stands in the national cannabis policy landscape and what changes may be on the horizon.

Las Vegas Medical Marijuana Association (LVMMA)

Website: lvmma.org

The Las Vegas Medical Marijuana Association promotes the medical marijuana industry in Nevada and advocates for patient rights. The LVMMA serves as a bridge between the medical cannabis industry and the patient community, providing information about the state medical program, patient protections under NRS 678C, and access to qualifying physician evaluations.

Minorities for Medical Marijuana (M4MM)

Website: minorities4medicalmarijuana.org

Minorities for Medical Marijuana is a national organization with an active presence in Nevada. M4MM focuses on two key areas:

• Project Clean Slate (projectcleanslate.org) — a free marijuana criminal record expungement program that provides wraparound support including job training, housing assistance, and counseling. The program helps Nevadans take advantage of record-sealing laws like AB 192 (2019) and the 2020 mass pardons.
• Minority cultivator and dispensary support — M4MM advocates for minority-owned cannabis businesses in Nevada and works to ensure equitable access to the state's limited-license market.

ACLU of Nevada

The American Civil Liberties Union of Nevada has been an advocate for cannabis-related criminal justice reform, including filing a lawsuit to remove cannabis from Schedule I at the state level. The ACLU's work in Nevada focuses on addressing the disproportionate impact of cannabis prohibition on communities of color and ensuring that legalization includes meaningful criminal justice reforms.

Get Involved

Nevada's cannabis laws continue to evolve. The state legislature meets biennially in odd-numbered years, with the next regular session (84th) convening in February 2027. Between legislative sessions, the Cannabis Compliance Board continues updating regulations through its administrative rulemaking process. These organizations offer ways to stay informed, participate in the process, and ensure your voice is heard.

The Cannabis Advisory Commission, established by AB 533 (2019), comprises 12 members who study cannabis issues and make non-binding recommendations to the CCB. It currently operates subcommittees studying cannabis taxation, consumable hemp regulation, and market participation for emerging businesses.

Nevada Cannabis Compliance Board