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S 7275

Relates to the restriction on certain facilities being located within a certain distance from cannabis storefronts

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Brad Hoylman-Sigal

Prohibits siting designated facilities within a minimum distance from cannabis storefronts, shaping site choices, zoning, and enforcement to protect nearby residents.

PRINT NUMBER 7275A
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Bill Summary · S 7275

Summary of S. 7275A (Relates to the restriction on certain facilities being located within a certain distance from cannabis storefronts)

Overview

S. 7275, introduced April 8, 2025 by Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal, seeks to restrict where certain facilities can be located relative to cannabis storefronts. The version labeled S. 7275A has been processed through amendments and is designated as a Print Number. A companion Assembly bill, A. 5341, exists.

What the bill would do (high-level)

  • Establish a proximity restriction between cannabis storefronts and designated facilities. In other words, the bill would prohibit or limit the siting of certain facilities within a defined distance of cannabis storefronts.
  • The specific facilities covered, the exact distance requirements, and the measurement method (e.g., from property lines, buildings, or parcels) would be defined in the enacted text.
  • Likely includes enforcement mechanisms, penalties for noncompliance, and timelines for compliance or grandfathering/controls, though precise details require reference to the final text.

Key provisions (high-level)

  • Scope: Identifies which facilities are subject to the proximity restriction.
  • Distance threshold: Sets the minimum allowable distance from cannabis storefronts.
  • Measurement and exceptions: Defines how distances are measured and any exemptions or special cases.
  • Enforcement and penalties: Establishes enforcement authority and potential penalties for violations.
  • Local alignment: May require local governments to enforce or implement provisions consistent with the state standard.
  • Effective date: Would specify when the restrictions take effect and any phase-in periods.

Note: The PDF excerpt provided is a data stream without readable text, so the exact statutory language, thresholds, and exemptions are not available here. The above reflects the bill’s stated purpose and typical structure for this type of measure.

Affected parties

  • Cannabis storefront operators and licensees.
  • Owners and operators of the designated facilities subject to the restriction.
  • Property owners and landlords.
  • Local governments and planning/zoning authorities.
  • General public, particularly residents in proximity to storefronts and the restricted facilities.

Procedural/timeline aspects

  • Introduced: April 8, 2025.
  • Committee action: Referred to Investigations and Government Operations (April 8, 2025).
  • Amendments: Repeated AMEND (T) actions and recombination into Print Number 7275A (May 19, 2025).
  • Status: Print Number 7275A; awaiting further action in the legislative process.
  • Related action: Companion bill A. 5341 in the Assembly.

Sponsorship and related bills

  • Primary sponsor: Brad Hoylman-Sigal.
  • Related: A. 5341 (companion bill).

Potential implications and considerations

  • Policy goal: Addresses proximity concerns between cannabis storefronts and other facilities, potentially for youth protection, safety, or community planning goals.
  • Local impact: May require municipalities to adjust zoning or permitting practices to align with the state standard.
  • Economic/development effects: Could constrain development near existing cannabis storefronts or influence site selection for certain facilities.
  • Legal considerations: Clarifies preemption, enforcement authority, and any transition provisions.

Next steps

For a complete understanding, refer to the final enacted text of S. 7275A, including the defined distance, the listed facilities, enforcement provisions, and any exemptions. The companion Assembly bill A. 5341 should be reviewed in parallel for a full picture of legislative intent and potential passage.

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

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