The Capitol Pressroom: Looser marijuana advertising rules floated by state regulators Marijuana dispensaries may soon be freed from strict marketing and advertising rules that hindered their ability to reach customers and build brand loyalty. Damien Cornwell, operator of the Just Breathe marijuana dispensary and president of the Cannabis Association of New York, talks about what the changes […]
Cannabis growers and processors want Gov. Kathy Hochul to act quickly on several bills to fix issues in New York’s recreational marijuana industry amid recent concerns about a dwindling supply chain and increased sales. […]
Majority of Survey Respondents Report Supply Shortages, Yet Anticipate Growth Over Next Three Months By CANY Admin | July 25, 2024 July 25, 2024 – The Cannabis Association of New York (CANY) today released findings from a comprehensive survey of its membership, which spans every part of the cannabis supply chain. The survey found that while […]
EMPIRE REPORT NEW YORK Juneteenth Exemplifies the Power of an Inclusive Economy -EMPIRE REPORT By Damien Cornwell | June 17, 2024 Juneteenth recognizes a moment in history when the news of Black liberation from slavery reached the far reaches of our nation. It is a promise of hope for freedom, racial justice, and true equality for […]
CANY applauds Governor Hochul for moving quickly to fill the leadership void left by Chris Alexander leaving his role as executive director sooner than expected, and look forward to working and supporting the new team as they work to keep the agency’s, and the industry’s, momentum going while living up to our state’s goals for an equitable and inclusive cannabis industry. […]
Green Market Report: Confusion, uncertainty in New York amid fallout from cannabis audit and resignation of key regulator
Damien Cornwell, the president of the Cannabis Association of New York, said he hopes state regulators will act with urgency to implement some of the policy changes suggested by the OGS report. But he emphasized that there are no answers to be had yet.
“That’s the biggest question: It’s one of continuity. What are we doing different or better to move the market forward?” Cornwell said, adding that “lives depend on this summer.” […]
Including cannabis in New York State’s Agriculture and Markets Law is an important step toward extending the same protections on zoning and taxes that protect all farmers to those who also cultivate cannabis, and we’re thankful to Senator Michelle Hinchey and Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo for their support in getting this measure over the finish line. Governor Hochul […]
Syracuse.com: In jaw-dropping decision, judge strikes down all New York recreational cannabis rules
“It is likely that the judge may narrow his order to just the regulations governing third party platform, marketplace, or aggregators, or I would assume the OCM will appeal the decision and request an emergency stay on enforcement of the judge’s decision,” CANY President Damien Cornwell said in a statement. […]
Times Union: Cannabis board waives licensing fees for struggling cultivators
“We advocated for this action to the (Cannabis Control Board), Office of Cannabis Management, the governor and the Legislature and have long held that waiving these fees is the most immediate and effective way to provide economic stimulus to cannabis farmers and within the cannabis supply chain,” said Damien J. Cornwell, president of the board of directors with the Cannabis Association of New York. “CANY is eager to see the positive progress this will bring to making our cannabis industry in (New York) more fair, equitable and accessible.” […]
Spectrum News 1 – State panel to localities: Cannabis oversight ‘starts at home’
“Cannabis leaders told county officials this week at a conference in Albany they should not depend on the state Office of Cannabis Management to dictate the presence of cannabis in their communities, including getting control of illicit dispensaries.” […]