New Laws in New York in 2026
2026 brings big changes: new laws in New York and across the U.S. cover minimum wage hikes, hemp regulations, and more. Stay informed on what affects you.
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Central New York Business Forced to Close “Effective Immediately”
Customers of a popular store in Central New York were left reeling Wednesday when the manager announced it was forced to permanently close.
A Third Hemp Processor is Coming to NY's Southern Tier
A third hemp processor has set its sights on New York's Southern Tier. Great Eastern Hemp is reconfiguring a former sheltered workshop in Johnson City to produce CBD from industrial hemp. The company bought the vacant building for $2.2 million and plans to start processing later this year...
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New York state is convening another summit of scientists, business people and farmers as part of its effort to boost hemp production and processing in the state.
New York Invites Applications For Growing, Researching Hemp
Applications are open for researchers, farmers and businesses looking to participate in New York's fledgling industrial hemp industry.
First Hemp Summit Held in Ithaca
New York is still selling the idea of developing industrial hemp in the Southern Tier.
2 Colleges Join New York’s Industrial Hemp Farming Program
Two more colleges have been authorized to participate in New York's industrial hemp pilot program.
Workshop Offered On New York’s Hemp-Growing Pilot Program
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — A hemp industry trade group is holding a workshop for people interested in New York's hemp-growing pilot program.
Colorado Hits Another Cannabis 1st With Certified Hemp Seed
FRUITA, Colo. (AP) — Colorado is expected to reach another national first on cannabis Wednesday when state agriculture officials show off the first domestic certified hemp seeds.