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A+ Gustavo Rivera (D - NY) LEGALIZE, TAX, AND REGULATE DECRIMINALIZE MEDICAL USE

Co-sponsor of S.1527-2019

Holds office State Senate District 33

Co-sponsored Legislation

S.854 - The Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act of 2021

Comments

Regarding the MRTA: “Today, we are putting an end to the devastating impacts of marijuana prohibition and ensuring an equitable and diverse industry in our state for adult-use marijuana by passing the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA). This bill responsibly regulates the adult-use marijuana market, improves New York’s medical marijuana program, and directs new revenues and resources to Black and Brown communities, who have been historically harmed by its criminalization. I proudly voted for this legislation because racial and economic justice are at its core." 3/30/21

Votes

2022: Requires Coverage of Medical Marijuana by Certain Insurers, S 8837

Yes

2021: The Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act, S 854

Yes

2019: Amends Marijuana-Related Laws and Violations, S6579A

Yes

2014: Authorizes Medical Cannabis, A 6357E

Yes

Vote Smart Key Votes

S 9679: Authorizes Cannabis Showcase Event Permits to be Issued by a Board to Regulate the Sale of Cannabis

YES