Makes certain changes related to application and licensing for sale of cannabis, Cannabis Regulatory Commission activity, municipal ordinances, and alternative treatment centers.

This bill (S 3170) changes New Jersey's medical cannabis permit application process. It requires the Cannabis Regulatory Commission to issue new medical cannabis cultivator, manufacturer, and dispensary permits, with at least one permit in each of the state's three regions (north, central, south). The bill establishes "conditional permits" for new applicants (making up at least one-third of all permits), requiring proof of New Jersey residency for two years, income limits ($200,000 individual/$400,000 joint), background checks, and restrictions on financial ties to other cannabis businesses. These changes directly affect new medical cannabis businesses applying for permits in New Jersey.