New York State Cannabis Control Board

The New York State Cannabis Control Board is a government body responsible for overseeing the regulation and implementation of the state's cannabis (marijuana) laws. Established following the legalization of adult-use cannabis in 2021, the Board's main tasks include issuing licenses for cannabis businesses, setting rules for production and sale, and ensuring public health and safety standards are met. Its goal is to create a fair, equitable, and legal cannabis market in New York, while addressing issues such as social justice and economic opportunity for communities affected by past drug policies.