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NY Advocates Rally After Governor Ignores Recommendations from State’s Own Experts
New York advocates rallied on Juneteenth Eve after it was discovered Governor Hochul moved forward with a plan to fund the state's cannabis industry despite numerous red flags pointed out to her.
New York Cannabis Agency Announces Cultivation Rules, License Updates
At a recent board meeting the Cannabis Control Board announced its approval of the new rules for home growing, as well as a new round of license applicants.
Comedy, Cannabis, Compassion
Comedian Amy Sedaris works a shift as a guest budtender in New York.
New Assembly Bill in New York Seeks To Legalize Psilocybin Service Centers
If passed, it would create a regulatory framework for licensing psilocybin service centers and would allow patients to receive treatment for a variety of medical conditions.
New York Cannabis Director Steps Down Amid Major Agency Overhaul
Chris Alexander, executive director of the Office of Cannabis Management, will step down in September.
Some NY Lawmakers Say Illicit Pot Shops Must Close Before Adding Licensed Shops
New York’s legal cannabis market rollout has been trying, with long delays helping the illicit market flourish while other factors have delayed licensure and opening for legal operators.
Gov. Kathy Hochul Honors New York’s 100th Adult-Use Retail Store Opening
Last week New York leaders celebrated the opening of the 100th adult-use retail store with a CAURD license.
New York Cannabis Control Board Approves 101 New Adult-Use Licenses
With this new batch of licenses, the New York CCB has approved a total of 403 licenses in 2024 so far.
New York Judge Strikes Down Cannabis Marketing Rules
State Supreme Court Justice Kevin Bryant struck down New York’s ban on third-party cannabis advertising, but the ruling only applies to marketing rules.
New York Bill Would Revoke Illicit Pot Shops Liquor, Tobacco Licenses
A New York lawmaker’s proposal would deny the right to sell cigarettes, booze and lottery tickets to businesses that sell weed without a license.
