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A coalition of over 150 licensed dispensaries in New York just won legal protection from a sudden change to school zoning rules that threatened their survival. At the heart of it? A 500-foot buffer—and how the state draws the line.

New York just crossed a major cannabis milestone—1,950 adult-use licenses issued, and over half going to equity applicants. It’s a turning point for the state’s market and a wake-up call for those still on the sidelines.

New York City’s next mayor is in place—and with his victory comes a major shift for the local cannabis market. From zoning to social equity, the new Mayor could either accelerate or stall the momentum of New York’s adult‑use cannabis rollout.

Support for federal cannabis legalization has dropped among Republicans, raising questions about the future of national reform. While most Americans still back legalization, this shift could impact efforts around banking, rescheduling, and interstate commerce—especially for emerging state markets like New York.