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New York Set to Finalize Home Cannabis Cultivation Rules

By Gene Mcklnley / June 11, 2024 /

New York to Approve Home Cannabis Cultivation Rules The State Cannabis Control Board is set to approve regulations allowing adults aged 21 and older to cultivate marijuana at home. Initially…

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New York Cannabis Operators Set to Save Big as Potency Tax Falls Through

By cannabisriskmanager / June 10, 2024 /

New York Governor Kathy Hochul’s initiative to replace the state’s potency tax with a flat excise tax on cannabis products commenced on June 1, coinciding with the start of the…

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Addressing New York’s Cannabis Challenges: Solutions for a Thriving Industry

By Mary Marty / May 28, 2024 /

Prioritize internal reforms within the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) to restore regulatory credibility. Consistent Communication: Ensure consistent and transparent communication from OCM to licensees and applicants. Guidance on Program…

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New York Bill Proposes Legalizing Psilocybin Service Centers for Supervised Psychedelic Sessions

By Mary Marty / May 23, 2024 /

A top New York lawmaker, Assembly Health Committee Chair Amy Paulin (D), has introduced a bill to legalize psilocybin service centers where adults could access the psychedelic in a medically…

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New York Proposes Legislation for Civil Actions Against Unlicensed Cannabis Enterprises

By Jules Puffings / May 22, 2024 /

Newly introduced bills in New York State seek to empower individuals to take legal action against entities violating state marijuana laws. Legislative Details Identical companion bills, S.9441 and A.10248, were…

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New York Cracks Down on Illegal Weed Shops Once More

By Phil Greenwood / May 21, 2024 /

Even among supporters of legal cannabis, there is a growing consensus that the proliferation of weed shops in New York City has become excessive, with many operating outside the law.…

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In Defense of Equity: Cannabis Regulators of Color Speak Out on New York’s Cannabis Leadership Shake-Up (Op-Ed)

By Phil Greenwood / May 15, 2024 /

The Cannabis Regulators of Color Coalition (CRCC) reacts to Governor Kathy Hochul’s recent announcement regarding the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM). Questionable Report Findings CRCC expresses concern over the biased…

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New York’s Cannabis Director Resigns Amid Agency Overhaul

By Bayley Greenleaf / May 14, 2024 /

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has initiated a significant overhaul of the state’s Office of Cannabis Management, marking a crucial leadership change within the agency. Structural Limitations Identified The governor’s…

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New York Senate Passes Bill for Safe Drug Consumption Site Pilot Program

By Phil Greenwood / May 10, 2024 /

A bill proposing the creation of a statewide overdose prevention center pilot program in New York has narrowly passed out of a Senate committee this week, setting the stage for…

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Transparency Matters: Advocating for Clarity in New York’s Cannabis License Applications

By Gene Mcklnley / May 7, 2024 /

In a recent article from Harvard Medical School, the familiar sensations of stress were laid out in clinical detail, mirroring the experiences of many navigating the complex world of cannabis…

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