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S 1244

Prohibits cannabis retail and on-site consumption licensees from operating such premises within one thousand feet of the perimeter of a school grounds

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Joe Addabbo

Overview: S 1244, "Prohibits cannabis retail and on-site consumption licensees from operating such premises within one thousand feet of the perimeter of a school grounds", was intr

REFERRED TO INVESTIGATIONS AND GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
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Bill Summary · S 1244

Overview: S 1244, "Prohibits cannabis retail and on-site consumption licensees from operating such premises within one thousand feet of the perimeter of a school grounds", was introduced in the Senate and referred to the Investigations and Government Operations committee on April 01, 2025.

Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to establish a minimum distance requirement between cannabis retail and on-site consumption establishments and school grounds, with the goal of protecting children and promoting public safety.

Key Provisions:
- Prohibits cannabis retail and on-site consumption licensees from operating within 1,000 feet of the perimeter of school grounds
- Grants the state regulatory authority the power to enforce the distance requirement and revoke licenses if necessary

Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Cannabis businesses that are currently located within 1,000 feet of school grounds would be required to relocate or cease operations
- Students and families in the vicinity of schools may benefit from the increased distance between cannabis establishments and school grounds

Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been referred to the Investigations and Government Operations committee and is awaiting further action.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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