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Tuesday, February 19, 2019
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The Governor and State House leaders have come to an agreement on two key issues regarding legalization of adult-use cannabis – a flat tax rate and the make-up of the Cannabis Regulatory Commission.
Since the news broke late last week, many have eagerly pointed to this week’s voting session (Thursday, Feb. 21) as when the three bills – the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory and Expungement Aid Modernization Act (S2703), the Jake Honig Compassionate Use Medical Cannabis Act (S10) and S3205, which revises certain procedures for expungement of records of conviction – could be voted on and passed. That is probably too optimistic.
The NJCIA has been very active – along with advocacy and industry experts – in helping to shape the conversation and offer solutions to the obstacles in enacting the laws.
We’re also realistic in that while the agreement on these two key issues is crucial, it is not all that needs to be done.
We expect that it is more likely the vote will take place in March, a sentiment echoed by Senator Nicholas Scutari in an interview with NBCNewYork.com on Monday.
That’s because there’s still much work to be accomplished, including:
- Securing the votes in the Senate and Assembly;
- Establishing a municipal tax rate that is acceptable to all parties;
- Nailing down the language and costs of the expungement bill.
We are confident this will get done. It’s been a long process – and everyone wants to get to the finish line as soon as possible. It’s vital that we make sure in our rush to get this done that what we’ve been fighting for as an organization and an industry remains the desired outcome. We need to continue to be thoughtful and resilient. We are on the precipice of making New Jersey the most progressive state in the country when it comes to the cannabis industry. We are cautiously optimistic that our years of work will soon be rewarded. And remember, once the bills are passed, the real work begins.
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Expungement Of Non-Violent Offenses In Marijuana Legislation ‘Morally Essential’
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Statement of Hugh O’Beirne, President, New Jersey Cannabis Industry Association
“New Jersey has the opportunity to become the national model on how best to position cannabis legalization as a source for social and restorative justice in communities devastated by the failed war on drugs. The expungement of non-violent cannabis-related criminal offenses is morally essential and is a critically important first steps in this process.
Our legislature is considering a cannabis legalization bill that includes significant provisions mandating the expungement of cannabis related criminal records and promoting meaningful avenues for broad minority participation in the legal cannabis industry. Criminal record expungements and minority business participation in the legal cannabis industry can’t make up for decades of social injustice — but it’s a necessary starting point. Our legislature is addressing these issues as part of carefully crafted, comprehensive cannabis legalization legislation that will deeply benefit the people of New Jersey.”
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Tuesday, February 19, 2019
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Don't miss Accelerate Cannabison Tuesday at the NJPAC in Newark to hear critical updates from industry leaders who will help you understand these developments as they are happening in real-time. We’re also excited that a representative from Senator Cory Booker's office will be addressing the audience as well!
The New Jersey Cannabis Industry Association is excited to partner with Accelerate Cannabis to bring you an unforgettable evening at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark, NJ on February 19th.
REGISTER NOW AT:ACCLERATE CANNABIS
And save $50 with coupon code: ACNJCIA50
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Thursday, February 21, 2019
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Who are New Jersey’s six new Alternative Treatment Center license holders?
NJ Cannabis Media will host C-Suite executives at a special event, “Meet New Jersey’s New ATC Operators” on Thursday, February 21st at Forsgate Country Club, Monroe Township, N.J.
From the 146 applications submitted to the New Jersey Department of Health, these are the ones who succeeded in winning a license.
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Nurture Legal Cannabis in the Garden State
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New Jersey legislators will soon vote on comprehensive cannabis reform that will expand the medical program, legalize and regulate cannabis for those over the age of 21, and create an expungement program for people who have been convicted of certain marijuana related offenses.
The social justice, economic and public safety arguments for legalization have been well established, but the legislation needs to pass a full vote in both chambers of the New Jersey legislature and be signed by the governor before we can make meaningful progress to realizing the benefits.
Your elected officials need to hear from their constituents. They need to hear from YOU! They need to hear that there has been enough discussion and it is time to act!
Please take a moment to send a message to your state assemblyman or assemblywoman and your state senator today. Urge them to pass cannabis reform!
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Our policymakers are relying on our industry thought leaders to provide best practices and common sense solutions for cannabis in the Garden State. If you are not already a member we would love for you to become one today!
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Listen to State of the Garden and meet some of the people who run the New Jersey Cannabis Industry Association.
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Tuesday, February 26th 7:00pm
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Education is the Key: Major in Cannabis
205 W State St, Trenton, NJ 08608
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Wednesday, February 27th 6pm - 9pm
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Best Practices in Cannabis Marketing for 2019 — New Jersey
Legal cannabis has arrived. But with seemingly endless opportunities coming into focus for marketing professionals in our nascent industry, it can be hard to know where to spend your time, money and energy when bringing the next great cannabis product or service to market.
Hudson Hall
364 Marin Boulevard
Jersey City, NJ 07302
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New poll finds broad support for marijuana legalization in New Jersey
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Lawmakers Reach Deal For Legal Recreational Marijuana in NJ
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N.J. may be close to getting legal weed. Here’s what Jerseyans think about the idea.
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NJ Politics Digest: Democratic Leaders Reach Deal on Legal Weed
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NJ marijuana legalization: Phil Murphy, Steve Sweeney reach legal weed deal, reports say
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At last! N.J. close to legalizing weed as Murphy and top Democrats have a deal.
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Murphy, Sweeney, Coughlin reach deal on marijuana legalization
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Reports: Murphy, NJ lawmakers reach cannabis compromise
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N.J. medical marijuana patients need a good hostage negotiator, senator says
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NJCPA Urges NJ Legislature to Make Tax Code Change if Cannabis is Legalized in New Jersey
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NJCIA asks state to reconsider 280(E)
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