State Representative Aundre Bumgardner (D) filed House Bill 6056 today, introducing legislation that would allow for the creation of cannabis cafes and restaurants in Connecticut.
The bill, titled “An Act Concerning The Establishment Of Cannabis Cafes And Restaurants Offering Cannabis-infused Food Items, Beverages And Other Products,” has been referred to the Joint Committee on General Law for further consideration.
The proposed bill would amend the state’s general statutes to allow businesses to serve cannabis-infused food, beverages, and other products in designated cafes and restaurants. If passed, Connecticut would join a growing number of states exploring cannabis consumption venues as part of their broader legalization frameworks, including California whose marijuana café law took effect recently.
Rep. Bumgardner’s bill aligns with the increasing demand for regulated spaces where adults can safely consume cannabis products in a social setting. The measure could also create new economic opportunities in the state’s cannabis market, which has continued to expand since the legalization of recreational marijuana in 2021.
The bill’s concise language states that its purpose is “to permit the establishment of cannabis cafes and restaurants offering cannabis-infused food items, beverages and other products.” While additional details about licensing, operational guidelines, and public safety requirements would likely be addressed during the legislative process, the filing represents a significant step toward diversifying Connecticut’s cannabis industry.
House Bill 6056 now awaits further action in the General Assembly.
