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New York Promulgates Interim Guidance on Changes of Ownership and License Amendments

The New York Office of Cannabis Management (“OCM”) has promulgated interim guidance identifying how it will address changes of ownership and other license amendments. While many have criticized the OCM for delays in...more

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Clearing the Cloud: 3 Crucial Steps for Dispensary Entrepreneurs to Master NY’s Adult-Use Cannabis Regulations

Key Takeaways: • The initial application windows for New York’s general adult-use cannabis licenses closed on November 17, 2023, for applicants who could demonstrate location control (evidenced by a signed lease or deed...more

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Yet Another Lawsuit Filed to Temporarily Halt Cannabis Licensing in New York

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On December 18, 2023, the day New York’s cannabis regulators wrapped up their initial cannabis licensing application period, the state was hit with yet another lawsuit seeking to halt the licensing of adult-use retail...more

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New York’s Cannabis Settlement Blocks New CAURD Licenses Until April 2024

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A New York judge approved settling a lawsuit filed by a group of service-disabled veterans, granting the group a provisional license and paving the way for more than 400 provisional licensees to open marijuana dispensaries....more

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New York’s Cannabis Control Board Extends Adult-use Application Window Deadlines

The New York Cannabis Control Board (the “CCB”) has extended the window for adult-use cannabis license applications by two weeks. The announcement came during the CCB hearing on Tuesday, October 17th. The new deadline to...more

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The Evolving Cannabis Industry in New York: Final Regulations and the True Party of Interest Rule

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On September 12, the New York Cannabis Control Board (CCB) approved final regulations governing the adult-use cannabis industry in New York, marking a long-awaited moment for industry participants and state regulators alike....more

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New York’s Office of Cannabis Management to Begin Accepting License Applications on October 4, 2023

On Tuesday, New York State’s Cannabis Control Board (“CCB”) voted to approve the Office of Cannabis Management’s (“OCM”) proposed cannabis regulations....more

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Cannabis Legal Report – September 2023

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New York State Regulators Approve Final Adult-Use Regulations as Judge Bars New York State From Issuing New Cannabis Licenses - On September 12, state regulators approved final adult-use regulations and set October 4 as...more

Foley Hoag LLP - Cannabis and the Law

New York On the Fast Track for Cannabis License Application Submission

As will be discussed in greater detail by the Foley Hoag’s cannabis practice team on its webinar scheduled for September 13, 2023, the New York Cannabis Control Board (“CCB”) and Office of Cannabis Management (“OCM”) took...more

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New York Cannabis Retail Licenses Remain on Hold After Judge Says State Veered from Legislature’s Intent

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A state Supreme Court Justice issued a stern ruling Aug. 18 criticizing the state’s legal cannabis program and stopping it from issuing new retail licenses. State Supreme Court Justice Kevin R. Bryant ruled a veterans...more

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New York Cannabis Retail Licenses Once Again Blocked by Courts

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New York Supreme Court Justice Kevin Bryant issued a temporary restraining order blocking new marijuana retail licenses in the wake of a lawsuit filed by a group of service-disabled veterans. The temporary restraining...more

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New York Approves New Cannabis Licenses and Revised Regulations

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The New York State Cannabis Control Board’s latest meeting lasted more than three hours as many throughout the state’s marijuana industry — which is projected to annually generate more than $2 billion for the state’s economy...more

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New York Note: City Legislation, Congestion Pricing, Cannabis Licenses

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Last Thursday, the NYC Council convened a Stated meeting, where they passed and introduced multiple pieces of legislation. The Council approved legislation that would prohibit discrimination on the basis of a person’s height...more

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Will New York’s Cannabis Crop Rescue Act Pit Cannabis Retailers Against Cultivators?

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Delays in rolling out New York retail cannabis dispensary licenses prompted one legislator to introduce a bill to allow the state’s struggling cannabis cultivators to sell directly to consumers. The Cannabis Crop Rescue...more

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New York Sued Again on Cannabis Dispensary Licenses

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A New York-based coalition has accused the state’s Office of Cannabis Management and Cannabis Control Board of “unconstitutional overreach” in its management of the state’s legalized cannabis effort and asked a judge to...more

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New York Proposes Adult-Use Rules

The New York Cannabis Control Board (“CCB”) held a momentous meeting on November 21, 2022 wherein it continued to issue more conditional cultivation, processing, and dispensing licenses, but, perhaps more importantly,...more

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OCM to Begin Accepting Conditional Adult Use Processor Applications

The Cannabis Control Board (the “Board”) held a public meeting earlier today during which it advanced several key components of the innovative Seeding Opportunity Initiative, which positions individuals with prior...more

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New York Approves 52 Adult-Use Conditional Cultivation Licenses

On April 14, 2022, the Cannabis Control Board approved 52 adult-use conditional cultivation licenses, which means the approved businesses can start growing cannabis for the upcoming adult-use market. Licensees can start...more

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Ready, Set, Wait… New York Legalizes Adult-Use Cannabis, but Not Likely to Issue Licenses Until 2022

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On March 31, 2021, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signed the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA) into law, legalizing adult-use cannabis in the state and establishing a regulatory framework to govern what likely will...more

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New York’s Adult-Use Cannabis Law: Multifaceted Licensing With A Purpose

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First in a series on the New York State Cannabis/Marijuana Regulation & Taxation Act- New York state recently passed long-awaited adult-use cannabis legislation, taking the lead on other key jurisdictions with medical...more

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NY Is Set To Legalize Recreational Marijuana

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After years of fits and starts, New York has passed legislation to legalize recreational marijuana under the Marihuana Regulation and Taxation Act (S854-A) which Governor Cuomo intends to sign. The legalization aspect of the...more

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In NY, CBD Manufacturers And Distributors Now Must Be Licensed

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Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that the New York State Department of Health is now accepting applications from businesses seeking licensure to operate as cannabinoid hemp processors, retailers, or distributors. Cannabinoid...more

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