New York’s adult use cannabis industry rollout has taken its first big step forward with the Senate’s approval of Gov. Kathy Hochul’s two key cannabis regulatory nominations.
Former New York Assemblywoman Tremaine Wright (D) will serve as chair the Cannabis Control Board, and former Drug Policy Alliance (DPA) staffer Christopher Alexander will be the executive director of the state’s Office of Cannabis Management.
The Senate Finance Committee advanced the two nominations earlier on Wednesday prior to the final vote by the full body.
The #NYSenate has voted to confirm the nomination of Christopher Alexander, Executive Director, State Office of Cannabis Management. Watch session: https://t.co/szNYHIaNkW
— New York State Senate (@NYSenate) September 1, 2021