The potential tax revenue for New York from a legal marijuana market is considerable: An official study by the NYC Comptroller in 2018 estimated potential tax revenue for a legal marijuana market in New York State would be more than $1.3 billion annually. More than 800,000 people have been arrested for possession of small amounts of marijuana in New York State over the past 20 years, with over 700,000 arrests by the NYPD alone. The report concludes that the benefits of taxing and regulating marijuana far outweighs any potential negative consequences. However, it is crucial that the work group include people who are directly affected and public defenders as well as community-based organizations who are on the front lines.The New York State Department of Health recently released an impact assessment of marijuana legalization. ALBANY, NY — New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced Thursday his position endorsing marijuana legalization in the Empire State.This is an important step for Governor Cuomo to recognize the Department of Health report and move New York forward to end prohibition that has been so devastating to individuals and communities.
ALBANY, NY — New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced Thursday his position endorsing marijuana legalization in the Empire State.
This is an important step for Governor Cuomo to recognize the Department of Health report and move New York forward to end prohibition that has been so devastating to individuals and communities. However, it is crucial that the work group include people who are directly affected and public defenders as well as community-based organizations who are on the front lines.
The New York State Department of Health recently released an impact assessment of marijuana legalization. The report concludes that the benefits...
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