“This program will generate much-needed revenue, while allowing us to support those that have been most harmed by decades of failed cannabis prohibition” Governor Andrew Cuomo announced Wednesday that he will introduce a proposal that would finally legalize marijuana in New York state. “I’m announcing a proposal to legalize cannabis and create an equitable adult-use […]
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Cuomo Calls for Legalizing Recreational Marijuana in NY
The governor’s new proposal calls for the creation of a new Office of Cannabis Management that would oversee recreational use as well as existing medical use New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo is calling for the legalization and regulation of marijuana for recreational use by adults, his third attempt in as many years to get the […]
Cannabis legalized in New Jersey—Is New York next?
While New York has become more marijuana-friendly in recent years, New Jersey’s voter-approved legalization creates incentives for the New York State Legislature to reconsider its stance. By Lori B. Green, Brandon Coyle, Catherine A. Savio, Nixon Peabody LLP The time is “ripe” for marijuana legalization in New York, said Governor Andrew Cuomo during an interview […]
Recreational Marijuana Legalized by New Jersey Voters
Voters approved a constitutional amendment to legalize cannabis in New Jersey, putting pressure on neighboring states like New York. After years of legislative failures, New Jersey voters on Tuesday authorized the legal use of recreational marijuana in a year when supporters rallied around the disproportionate number of arrests for the drug in minority communities. The […]
Amid Coronavirus, San Francisco, New York, Deem Marijuana Businesses ‘Essential’
When San Francisco announced its “shelter in place” order this week, it said only “essential businesses” could remain open to support the public’s needs, such as grocery stores and gas stations. Missing from that list were marijuana dispensaries. But a day after residents were told to stay home, the city revised its position and deemed […]
Helix Technologies Extends NY and ND Contracts, Delivers New Products to States Across the Country
PRESS RELEASE Denver, CO, March 03, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — via NEWMEDIAWIRE — Helix Technologies, Inc, (OTCQB:HLIX) (the “Company”) the leading provider of critical infrastructure services to the legal cannabis industry, announced today that it has extended two Government Traceability contracts in New York and North Dakota, and will deploy 2 advanced patient registries and upgraded […]
Second Time’s a Charm?
Governor Cuomo Introduces New Legislation to Regulate Adult-Use Cannabis in New York State To help close New York’s $6 billion budget gap, Governor Andrew Cuomo introduced legislation that would legalize adult-use cannabis within the state as part of his proposed budget for fiscal year 2021, anticipating that tax revenue could bring in hundreds of millions […]
Pot politics: Some Northeast states regroup on legalization
NEW YORK — A year ago, marijuana legalization looked like it was on a roll in the Northeast — it had already passed in three of the region’s states and was a priority for governors in three more, including the populous New York. Now, after legislative efforts stalled and a vaping sickness stirred new concerns, […]
New York’s New Hemp Extract Law and The CBD Marketplace
On December 19, 2019, Governor Andrew Cuomo signed into law legislation introduced by state Senator Jen Metzger and Assembly member Donna Lupardo, regulating the production and marketing of hemp extract in New York State. Senate Bill 61841 and Assembly Bill 76802 together establish a state permitting process for growers, processors and sellers of hemp extract, […]
The Empire State of Cannabis
Marijuana decriminalization is in, adult-use is out, a regulated hemp-derived CBD marketplace is in limbo, and NYC begins CBD-ban. For New York’s cannabis industry, 2019 began with a bang and ended with a whimper. In January, Governor Cuomo announced that legalizing marijuana and creating a regulated adult-use marketplace was a top legislative priority. Indeed, Governor […]
