Equity advocates press NY governor over shift to corporate interests in adult-use program

Key Points
  • 18 organizations across various sectors expressed concerns about Gov. Kathy Hochul's administration shifting away from equity commitments outlined in the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act.
  • Concerned organizations include civil rights groups, small business supporters, cannabis social equity leaders, and drug research advocates.
  • These organizations believe that the administration's pivot away from equity commitments could undermine the objectives of the Act.
  • The letter urges Gov. Hochul to prioritize equity in cannabis regulations to ensure fair opportunities for all stakeholders involved.

A group of 18 organizations including New York civil rights organizations, small business supporters, cannabis social equity leaders, and drug research advocates today sent a letter to Gov. Kathy Hochul expressing serious concerns about the administration’s pivot away from the equity commitments outlined in the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act...

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