420 with CNW — Report Says NY Marijuana Program Has Undergone Successful Moments, Growing Pains
New York authorities recently published a comprehensive report on the progress of the state’s cannabis legalization law, which was signed by former Governor Andrew Cuomo in 2021. The state’s cannabis management office (OCM) shared the document, outlining the advancements made toward achieving the law’s primary goals. The outlined advancements include fostering equity and creating opportunities for groups that have been disproportionately impacted by marijuana prohibition, building a strong and thriving industry, and preserving the environment, among others. Tremaine Wright, head of the state marijuana control board, stated, “This report demonstrates our dedication to transparency and equity. I’m proud of how…