New York
New York Senate Approves Cannabis Regulators, Setting Industry Launch Into Motion
The legislature convened for a special session, in part to consider New York Gov. Kathy Hochul’s cannabis regulator nominations, which were initially expected from former Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
Newly Lobbying on Cannabis in New York: Transportation, Tech, and Investment Companies
Cannabis-focused companies like Cookies, Metrc, and the Stanley Brothers are also among those registered to lobby on cannabis in New York.
New York: Cannabis and the Cuomo Effect
While Cuomo’s scandals might have helped push legalization over the finish line in 2021, the latest fallout could cause delays in setting up the industry.
Architects of New York Legalization Urge Patience as They Seek Cannabis Equity Follow Through
Legalization bill sponsors push to ensure Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s nomination to oversee cannabis regulation in New York will be true to the “commitment of this legislation.”
New York, America’s Finance Capital Legalized Cannabis. Would a Public Bank Help the Industry?
Public bank legislation, which one sponsor said could have provided a clearer path to banking for New York’s cannabis industry, failed to gain traction.
New York Regulators Prepare for Cannabis Public Education Push
While cannabis will soon be sold in New York shops to consumers who are over the age of 21 years old, regulators want to educate adults about responsible use and curb underage use.
New York Majority Leader Continues Push for Equity in State Cannabis Industry
Crystal Peoples-Stokes led a panel aimed at her Buffalo constituents, and took questions from residents hoping to join the state’s forthcoming adult use industry.
New York Majority Leader Urges Aspiring Small Cannabis Business Owners To Prepare “Now”
Rochester Mayor Lovely Warren and Assembly Majority Leader Crystal Peoples-Stokes, of Buffalo, spoke about the future of equitable, local cannabis in their cities, two of the states’ most populous.
New York Accountants Prepare for Cannabis Boom
Beyond complex tax considerations, accountants are fielding questions on everything from workplace policies to licensing limits.
Leading New York City Hospitality Group Eyes Cannabis
During a NYC Hospitality Alliance webinar this week, conversation focused on ownership and investment limits, on-site consumption spaces, and community relationships.
New York State Bar Association Hosts Cannabis Conversation
Assembly Majority Leader Crystal Peoples-Stokes, who co-sponsored the adult use legislation, said she’s “met most every wealthy, influential person” interested in New York's cannabis industry, but equity comes first.
New York Just Legalized Cannabis. Who Lobbied on the Issue This Year?
A wide range of entities, including those that represent unions, police organizations, agriculture, and business, lobbied on cannabis in New York.
New York Gov. Cuomo Signs Cannabis Legalization Bill
New York has become the 16th state to legalize adult use cannabis. Lawmakers took one of the most equitable approaches to legalization yet.
New York Lawmakers Release Cannabis Legalization Deal, Vote Planned In Coming Days
Assembly Majority Leader Crystal Peoples-Stokes and Senator Liz Krueger announced Saturday that “a three-way agreement has been reached” on their Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act.
No Deal Yet on New York’s Cannabis Legalization Negotiations
Despite media reports on Wednesday that a legalization deal was done, two key lawmakers told Cannabis Wire that it wasn’t quite over the finish line.
Cuomo Reiterates Legal Cannabis Deal Is “Close,” Acknowledges Opponents
A deal between lawmakers and Gov. Andrew Cuomo on a bill to legalize cannabis for adult use is expected to be unveiled any day now.
