For the cannabis equity fee relief program, determine the current status of fee waiver funding and deferrals. Explain the application process for verified local equity program participants versus non-verified participants, including any specific forms mentioned. Finally, state how long equity eligibility remains valid and if reapplication is required.
Navigate to cannabis.ca.gov. Locate and click on the 'Cannabis equity' link or a similar navigation element. On the Cannabis Equity page, find and click on a link related to 'Equity Fee Relief', 'How California supports equity businesses', or 'Fee Waiver/Deferral'. Identify the current status of fee waiver funding and whether fee deferrals are available. Identify the specific application process for verified local equity program participants, including any form names. Identify the specific application process for non-verified local equity program participants. Identify the duration for which equity eligibility is valid and if annual reapplication is required.
State that fee waiver funding is exhausted, but fee deferrals are still available. Explain that verified local equity program participants use the 'Equity Fee Relief Request Form' to submit an attestation. Explain that non-verified local equity program participants must submit documents to show eligibility. State that equity eligibility is valid for 12 months and requires annual reapplication.