NY S09426Introducedas of 2026-03-11
Relates to proximity restrictions for adult-use cannabis retail dispensaries and on-site consumption licenses; provides that such dispensaries shall not be located within 500 feet of a public library or an association library.
Plain-English summary
What happened: A New York bill referred to the Investigations and Government Operations Committee would prohibit adult-use cannabis retail dispensaries and on-site consumption licensees from operating within 500 feet of public or association libraries.
Why it matters: The additional proximity restriction could limit viable locations for cannabis retail and consumption businesses, particularly in densely populated or library-rich areas.
Affects: retailers
LATEST ACTION: REFERRED TO INVESTIGATIONS AND GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
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