New York § 19 - 19Public health and education campaign
Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 19 — 19Public health and education campaign, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 19. 19Public health and education campaign
§ 19. Public health and education campaign. The office, in consultation with the commissioners of the department of health, office of addiction services and supports, and office of mental health, shall develop and implement a comprehensive public health monitoring, surveillance and education campaign regarding the legalization of adult-use cannabis and the impact of cannabis use on public health and safety. The public health and education campaign shall also include general education to the public about the cannabis law, including the potential risks associated with patronizing unlicensed retail locations, or otherwise procuring cannabis product, cannabinoid hemp or hemp extract product through persons not authorized by the office.
Source: official New York text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 19
What does New York Consolidated Laws § 19 cover?
Section 19 ("19Public health and education campaign") is part of the New York Consolidated Laws, the codified statutory law of New York. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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