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New York said it cracked down on marijuana ‘gifting’ — Or did it?

New York was trying to send a message. The state permitted marijuana possession last year, but recreational sales of the drug remain illegal until regulators can set up business licenses. This process has been slow — with the first legal sales still…

NY’s Cannabis Workforce Initiative aims to train next generation of entrepreneurs

When Amy Desjardins started advocating for New York to legalize medical marijuana, the cannabis industry’s job creation potential was central to her support. As executive director of the nonprofit Workforce Development Institute, she felt the weed industry could become a huge driver…

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New York State cannabis office says ‘gifting’ weed is illegal, but prosecutors aren’t so sure

Last month, New York regulators made waves after sending cease and desist letters to more than 50 operators who were allegedly selling marijuana illegally. These “grey market” businesses have cited language in the new state cannabis law that allows “gifting” as a…

New York State agencies haven’t touched millions sitting in medical marijuana funds

An NYCI investigation has found that two New York State agencies are sitting on millions of dollars collected from medical marijuana taxes, but neither has spent the money — despite a mandate that the funds be used for public health…

New York’s Convicts-First Approach to Pot Draws Praise, Questions

A criminal record doesn't always hurt New York state’s plan to let people with past convictions for marijuana crimes become the first to sell it legally is admirable, but faces some major challenges. The dynamic pits what’s now referred to as the “legacy…

Get ready for the Northeast to become cannabis country

The Northeast is poised to transform the U.S. cannabis industry — and make New York City the nation’s weed capital. New York, New Jersey and Connecticut — with a combined population of 33 million — are scrambling to open recreational markets…

NY seeks to bolster marijuana supply ahead of retail sales with eye toward equity

February 24, 2022
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New York is opening the pathway for existing hemp farmers to grow cannabis this spring, in a move toward bolstering marijuana supply and equity. On Tuesday, Gov. Kathy Hochul signed legislation to create new conditional cannabis processor and cultivation licenses, which will allow…

Gov. Hochul signs bill to fast-track marijuana growing in New York

February 22, 2022
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Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a conditional cannabis cultivation bill Tuesday that will allow some New York hemp farmers to grow cannabis beginning this spring. According to the governor’s office, the conditional licenses will fast-track the state’s adult-use cannabis program while…

New York state clamps down on businesses offering marijuana as a ‘gift’

February 10, 2022
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While New York works on launching a legal market for recreational marijuana, some entrepreneurs dove into a legal gray area by saying they’re not selling pot but giving it away while people buy something else. Now, the state is saying they…

To stay or to go: New York gets clearest view of local marijuana opt-outs after deadline

January 26, 2022
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The haze over where marijuana can be legally bought and sold in New York became clearer on Tuesday as most localities decided they're all in on retail sales and consumption lounge licenses, state data showed. Just 10% of cities across the state and about…

New York regulators expand access to medical marijuana program

January 25, 2022
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Marijuana will be easier to prescribe and use for medical purposes in New York under recently finalized regulatory changes. The state Office of Cannabis Management said the new certification and registration system officially announced Monday eliminates the list of qualifying…

Hochul expects big revenue stream from legal marijuana in New York

January 24, 2022
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New York's legalization of marijuana is expected to yield a bumper crop of revenue for the state, with the latest projections saying the stream of money coming into state coffers from weed sales will top $360 million annually by 2028.…

Almost Half of New York Towns Opt Out of Pot, for Now

January 10, 2022
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Around half of New York cities and towns don’t want marijuana dispensaries or consumption lounges, a cautionary signal for companies hoping to do business in the Empire State. New York is expected to start recreational marijuana sales in the next year or so, likely becoming the…

400 New York localities opt out of cannabis sales. Here’s where

December 14, 2021
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Amid the expected revelry of bringing in the new year, New Yorkers will also have a clearer picture of where they might be able to buy and consume legal marijuana. Dec. 31 marks the deadline of when cities, villages, and…

NY used to arrest thousands for marijuana each year. Now? Hardly anybody

November 23, 2021
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To understand how rapidly New York overhauled its marijuana laws, look no further than its impact on the criminal justice system. Fewer and fewer people are being arrested on marijuana offenses in New York, underscoring the major effect of the drug’s decriminalization in…