Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Monday signed a cannabis compact with the Prairie Island Indian Community, outlining how the state and tribal nation north of Red Wing will regulate cannabis together, according to the Office of Cannabis Management.

OCM says the agreement will open the door for partnership opportunities between Prairie Island and state-licensed business owners.

“This compact provides state-licensed cannabis businesses the opportunity to partner with Prairie Island Community and boost supply of product while maintaining the Tribe’s inherent sovereignty and right to self-govern,” said OCM Executive Director Eric Taubel.

Prairie Island said it plans to begin wholesaling activities with state-licensed cannabis businesses next month.

In 2023, the Minnesota Legislature passed legis

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