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New York Social and Economic Equity Application and Fee Support

Statewide OCM support for Social and Economic Equity cannabis applicants, including application assistance and fee reductions for eligible applicants and licensees.

About this program

Visit the program website for full details.

Eligibility

Adult-use cannabis applicants or licensees qualifying as Social and Economic Equity participants, including people from communities disproportionately impacted by cannabis prohibition, minority-owned businesses, women-owned businesses, distressed farmers, and service-disabled veterans.

Requirements

  • Apply for or hold an eligible New York adult-use cannabis license.
  • Request or document Social and Economic Equity certification where applicable.
  • Follow OCM application, renewal, fee, and documentation requirements.