New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Senate Bill S07387

Introduced
4/14/25  

Caption

Authorizes retail dispensary licensees, microbusiness licensees and nursery licensees to sell up to three immature cannabis plants per person for personal cultivation; defines immature cannabis plant; directs the cannabis control board to promulgate rules and regulations relating to the sale of immature cannabis plants.

Impact

The implications of this bill are significant within the context of New York's cannabis regulations. By enabling the sale of immature cannabis plants, the bill facilitates personal cultivation, encouraging a more self-sufficient model among cannabis consumers. This could lead to an increased number of individuals growing their own cannabis rather than relying solely on commercial suppliers, promoting a culture of self-reliance in cannabis use. Additionally, this amendment aligns with broader efforts towards cannabis regulation that acknowledges personal cultivation as a component of responsible cannabis use.

Summary

Bill S07387 seeks to amend existing cannabis laws in New York by authorizing retail dispensaries, microbusinesses, and nurseries to sell up to three immature cannabis plants per person for personal cultivation. The definition of an 'immature cannabis plant' is also introduced, specifying that it refers to a non-flowering female cannabis plant or one without visible buds. This change is aimed at expanding personal cultivation options for consumers and allowing for more accessibility to cannabis cultivation for individuals in the state.

Contention

Notably, discussions surrounding S07387 may feature points of contention regarding the regulation of cannabis sales and the potential for market implications. Some stakeholders might express concerns that allowing sales of immature plants could lead to cultivation practices that are unregulated or under-regulated, which may impact quality control and safety. Furthermore, debates may arise about the adequacy of existing regulations and whether they sufficiently protect both consumers and the integrity of the cannabis industry.

Companion Bills

NY A07998

Same As Authorizes retail dispensary licensees, microbusiness licensees and nursery licensees to sell up to three immature cannabis plants per person for personal cultivation; defines immature cannabis plant; directs the cannabis control board to promulgate rules and regulations relating to the sale of immature cannabis plants.

Previously Filed As

NY S09679

Authorizes the cannabis control board to issue a cannabis showcase event permit to certain licensees authorized to conduct retail sales of adult-use cannabis, cannabis products and cannabis merchandise.

NY A10398

Authorizes the cannabis control board to issue a cannabis showcase event permit to certain licensees authorized to conduct retail sales of adult-use cannabis, cannabis products and cannabis merchandise.

NY A09179

Directs the cannabis control board not to issue any license, permit or registration for retail dispensaries of cannabis until the cannabis control board reviews and closes businesses which are selling cannabis without a proper license or permit.

NY S08463

Provides that a retailer licensed by the office of cannabis management shall be permitted to sell any and all forms of cannabinoid hemp.

NY A09047

Provides that a retailer licensed by the office of cannabis management shall be permitted to sell any and all forms of cannabinoid hemp.

NY S01022

Permits the personal cultivation of cannabis in a licensed personal cultivation facility.

NY A06593

Authorizes conditional adult-use cultivator licensees to sell their own cannabis products; authorizes the office of cannabis management to create a loan or grant program to help such adult-use cultivator licensees to process cannabis into distillate.

NY S06470

Authorizes conditional adult-use cultivator licensees to sell their own cannabis products; authorizes the office of cannabis management to create a loan or grant program to help such adult-use cultivator licensees to process cannabis into distillate.

NY A07375

Authorizes conditional adult-use cultivator and processor licensees to sell tested, packaged, and sealed cannabis products or biomass to a cannabis dispensing facility licensed or permitted by a tribal nation for retail sale.

NY S07295

Authorizes conditional adult-use cultivator and processor licensees to sell tested, packaged, and sealed cannabis products or biomass to a cannabis dispensing facility licensed or permitted by a tribal nation for retail sale.

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