New York A08927 prohibits cannabis retail licensees from locating storefronts within 500 feet of schools, child day care centers, public parks.

New York A08927 amends the cannabis law to restrict where cannabis retail licensees can establish storefronts. Specifically, it prohibits these licensees from placing their storefronts within 500 feet of schools, child day care centers, public parks, playgrounds, or houses of worship. The definition of "public park" includes any park, playground, or recreational area accessible to the public and designated as such by the relevant governmental authority. The law takes effect immediately upon enactment.

New York A08927 prohibits cannabis retail licensees from locating storefronts within 500 feet of schools, child day care centers, public parks.

New York A08927 amends the cannabis law to restrict where cannabis retail licensees can establish storefronts. Specifically, it prohibits these licensees from placing their storefronts within 500 feet of schools, child day care centers, public parks, playgrounds, or houses of worship. The definition of "public park" includes any park, playground, or recreational area accessible to the public and designated as such by the relevant governmental authority. The law takes effect immediately upon enactment.