New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill

S 8940: Increases the distance allowed between cannabis storefronts and premises for adult-use on-site consumption and school grounds and houses of worship; restricts their distance with a child day care

In committee Last action January 16, 2026: REFERRED TO INVESTIGATIONS AND GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS

Plain-language summary

S 8940 is a bill introduced in the New York Senate on January 16, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Increases the distance allowed between cannabis storefronts and premises for adult-use on-site consumption and school grounds and houses of worship; restricts their distance with a child day care. Primary sponsor: Jessica Scarcella-Spanton (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 16, 2026): REFERRED TO INVESTIGATIONS AND GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Jessica Scarcella-Spanton (Democratic).