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New York

New York Cannabis Regulators Approve Final Industry Rules Amid Pleas to “Pump the Brakes” on Big Operators 

Meeting recap: Cannabis regulators paved a path for large operators to enter the state’s adult use industry as a program focused on justice-involved retailers is paused by litigation.

California

California Cannabis Advisory Committee Zeroes in on Unions, Appellations

The equity and public health subcommittees also gave updates on their priorities, from refining the definition of “equity” under state law to reining in high-THC products.

Newsletter

New York lawsuit updates • Florida poll shows support for legal adult use • Maryland’s sales climb • & more …

An excerpt from recent editions of the Cannabis Wire Daily newsletter.

New York

City Council, Back for the Fall, Again Tries to Solve Unlicensed Cannabis Problem

While two cannabis-related bills were up for discussion, focused on 311 complaints and an education campaign, several city stakeholders shared fresh concerns and updates on unregulated sales.