The New York State Cannabis Control Board (CCB) has scheduled a public meeting for Thursday, March 20, 2025, at 1:00 PM at Onondaga Community College’s Whitney Building in Syracuse, NY. This session is an opportunity for industry stakeholders, policymakers, and the general public to stay informed about the evolving regulatory landscape of New York’s cannabis industry.

Public Access and Participation

The meeting will be open to the public, though seating is limited. Attendees are encouraged, but not required, to pre-register to ensure a smoother check-in process. Those unable to attend in person can watch the meeting via live streamand still participate in the public comment process.

Board Member Crystal Rodriguez-Dabney will be present at an accessible location in Buffalo at the Scott Bieler Clinical Science Center, Linda Dobmeier Conference Room, 128 Carlton Street, Buffalo, NY 14203. Meanwhile, Board Member Jessica Garcia will join remotely due to extraordinary circumstances.

Public Comment Guidelines

Public input is a key component of the meeting. Attendees who wish to speak during the designated comment periodmust indicate their interest when pre-registering or checking in. Each speaker will be allotted two minutes to present comments that relate directly to the meeting agenda items.

For those unable to attend, written public comments can be submitted online through the official public comment form. These submissions will become part of the official meeting record and will be documented in the minutes. The deadline for online submissions is 5:00 PM on Tuesday, March 25, 2025.

Key Details for the Meeting

• Date: Thursday, March 20, 2025
• Time: 1:00 PM EST
• Location: Onondaga Community College, Whitney Building, 4585 West Seneca Turnpike, Syracuse, NY 13215
• Virtual Access: Meeting will be live-streamed
• Pre-Registration: Encouraged but not required for in-person attendance
• Public Comment Deadline: Online submissions accepted until 5:00 PM on March 25, 2025

How to Participate

• Pre-register to attend in person: Click here to register
• Submit written public comments: Submit your comments here

Why This Meeting Matters

The Cannabis Control Board oversees the regulation and licensing of New York’s adult-use, medical, and hemp cannabis programs. Meetings like this play a pivotal role in shaping the industry’s future, from licensing approvals to policy updates that impact operators, retailers, and consumers across the state.

With New York’s legal cannabis market continuing to evolve, these meetings provide a valuable platform for public input and transparency in decision-making. Anyone involved in the industry or interested in its direction is encouraged to participate and stay informed.

For more details on the agenda and future meeting updates, visit the New York State Office of Cannabis Management’s official website.