Local governments cannot set zoning restrictions on these legal businesses that go beyond state law.

What is “inversion”? Cannabis inversion is the laundering of illicitly trafficked cannabis products into regulated state supply chains. This poses one of the gravest threats to consumer safety and the integrity of the legal cannabis industry.

As part of your membership, you will receive an email like this from us once a month. Our goal is for this email to give you and all New York State cannabis consumers the news you can use, in case you missed it.

The Empire State Green Standard Alliance (ESGSA) proudly announces the appointment of Tiffany Walters to its Board of Directors.

Today marks the official launch of the Empire State Green Standard Alliance (GSA), a new statewide organization dedicated to protecting and empowering cannabis consumers across New York State by advancing safety, education, and fair policy.

New York’s legal cannabis market is growing, but for the average consumer, the landscape remains confusing, inconsistent, and in some cases unsafe.

It may seem like illegal cannabis dispensaries are a thing of the past in New York State, but in reality, many are still operating. Enforcement has made progress, but the job is far from complete.

The cannabis market in New York is still taking shape. But one thing is clear: consumers are not just looking for access. They are looking for accountability, transparency, and trust.