About This Course
Moderated by Dr. Malik Burnett, this panel begins with Chris Alexander and Senator Krueger explaining New York’s pending Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (“MRTA”) followed by Amol Sinha speaking about New Jersey’s pending legalization bill. The discussion continues with current issues standing in the way of legalization and the instructors’ visions of what an inclusive, regulated cannabis industry looks like. Mr. Sinha explains the difference between legalization and decriminalization and all panel members participate in a thoughtful discussion regarding the war on drugs and its devastating effects upon marginalized communities and why a comprehensive, equitable, legalized cannabis market is an essential part of providing remedies for past wrongs.