Gov. Kathy Hochul addressing constituents. Photo credit: Office of the Governor of New York. This August, New York welcomed its newest leader, Gov. Kathy Hochul. Since replacing Andrew Cuomo, Gov. Hochul has made moves to extend the statewide eviction moratorium, launched a vaccination campaign, and started appointing members to the state’s cannabis control board. Like … [Read more...] about New York Officials Move Closer to Launching Adult-Use Cannabis
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Gov. Cuomo’s Legalization Plan Doesn’t sit Right With New Yorkers
This year, New York Democratic Gov. Andrew Cuomo has made his third attempt at legalizing adult-use cannabis in New York. While his plans could benefit the average smoker, it would ultimately leave people of color out of the cannabis marketplace. In the 2021 New York State Budget Report, Cuomo’s office outlines its protocol for distributing cannabis licenses, … [Read more...] about Gov. Cuomo’s Legalization Plan Doesn’t sit Right With New Yorkers
The Digital Dime: 1/24/2020
By Samantha Wahl Following important cannabis news articles every day can be a real burn-out, we know. That’s why the Emerald rolls up a chronicle of the headiest news hits, and passes them to you at the end of each week. We Bring You: The Digital Dime. Cuomo Adds Pot to New York Budget Plan Last week, we announced New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s plans to legalize … [Read more...] about The Digital Dime: 1/24/2020
Gov. Cuomo Signs Bill to Further Decriminalize Cannabis in NY
On July 28, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo made waves in the cannabis industry by signing a bill aiming to further decriminalize cannabis use statewide. It’s not legalization—but it’s a step in the right direction as supporters are advocating for the law as a vital social justice initiative. “Communities of color have been disproportionately impacted by laws governing … [Read more...] about Gov. Cuomo Signs Bill to Further Decriminalize Cannabis in NY