Rochester, N.Y. — The largest expansion of New York State's legal cannabis market launched this week.
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced hundreds of licenses will be available to people and businesses interested in growing and selling legal cannabis. The application period started this Tuesday, Oct. 4 andHochul also highlighted a recent crackdown on illegal sales. She said more than 8,500 pounds of illegal product, which is roughly $42 million in street value, has been seized.
"My administration is laser-focused on shutting down illegal storefronts, protecting the health and safety of children, and helping small businesses thrive," Hochul said., as the retail marijuana licensing program was continuously blocked in court.
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