With New York’s legislative session ending in June, State Senator Diane Savino plans to introduce a bill legalizing and regulating marijuana for medicinal use among patients with a prescription. Governor Andrew Cuomo has expressed concerns about the bill, claiming he needs more time to analyze the risks and benefits. The Governor has hinted that he has no intentions of signing the bill if it passes.
A large proportion of voters in New York, roughly 71%, support the legalization of cannabis for medicinal purposes, but there are concerns about attracting unwanted attention to the state. In light of the recent federal crackdowns on medical marijuana in states such as California, it is possible that legislators will be less likely to vote for this bill.
