The governor has ten days to approve or veto a bill once it lands on his desk — otherwise, the bill becomes law. New York, which has failed to legalize marijuana for years despite Democratic control of the Legislature and governor’s office, would become at least the 16th state to legalize marijuana sales to adults. AdvertisementAnd once the bill becomes law, law enforcement in New York won’t be able to arrest or prosecute anyone for offenses that are now decriminalized. Meanwhile, sales wouldn’t start until New York sets up regulations and a proposed cannabis board. New York would set a 9% sales tax on cannabis, plus an additional 4% tax split between the county and local government.

Source: Los Angeles Times March 31, 2021 00:43 UTC