Bill > A01587

This bill amends the existing cannabis law to increase the distance restrictions for cannabis retail and on-site consumption establishments from 500 feet to 1,000 feet from the perimeter of school grounds. The legislation also expands advertising and marketing restrictions to prohibit cannabis content within 1,000 feet of school grounds, playgrounds, child day care providers, public parks, and libraries. Specifically, the bill modifies three sections of the cannabis law: first, it changes the location requirements for cannabis retail storefronts; second, it adjusts the licensing criteria for adult-use on-site consumption establishments; and third, it updates the regulations regarding where cannabis advertising can be displayed. These changes aim to create greater separation between cannabis-related businesses and facilities that serve or are frequented by children, with the intent of reducing potential exposure of minors to cannabis-related activities and marketing. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage, meaning these new distance restrictions will be implemented right away.

Business and Industry

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A1587