{"id":2064427,"date":"2023-10-12T06:03:04","date_gmt":"2023-10-12T10:03:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/california-governor-vetoes-amsterdam-style-cannabis-cafes\/"},"modified":"2023-10-12T06:10:11","modified_gmt":"2023-10-12T10:10:11","slug":"california-governor-vetoes-amsterdam-style-cannabis-cafes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/california-governor-vetoes-amsterdam-style-cannabis-cafes\/","title":{"rendered":"California Governor rejects proposal for Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes."},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">16<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fcalifornia-governor-vetoes-amsterdam-style-cannabis-cafes%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2064427&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>A California Bill to Boost the Cannabis\u2063 Market Gets Vetoed<\/h2>\n<p>In a disappointing\u2063 turn of events for the cannabis industry, Governor Gavin \u200cNewsom \u2062vetoed a California bill \u200bon\u200d October 8th that aimed to enhance the legal cannabis market. The bill, known \u200bas Assembly Bill 374 and authored by Assemblyman Matt Haney, would have allowed\u2062 licensed cannabis retailers to sell food and drinks, host live events, and create cannabis cafes where marijuana could be consumed alongside \u200cfood \u200dand beverages.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u201cI appreciate the author&#8217;s intent to provide cannabis retailers with increased business opportunities and an avenue to attract new customers. However, I am\u2064 concerned this bill could undermine California&#8217;s\u2063 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/california-governor-vetoes-amsterdam-style-cannabis-cafes\/\" title=\"California Governor rejects proposal for Amsterdam-style cannabis cafes.\">long-standing smoke-free workplace protections<\/a>,\u201d stated \u200dGovernor Newsom.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>The bill had <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/campaign-2024-an-early-look-at-the-possible-republican-contenders\/\" title=\"Campaign 2024: An Early Look At The Possible Republican Contenders\">gained significant support<\/a>, passing the \u2064Assembly\u2064 with a 66-9 vote and the Senate with a \u200d34-3 vote. \u200cHowever, Governor Newsom&#8217;s concerns about potential conflicts with smoke-free\u200c workplace laws led to \u200bits veto.<\/p>\n<h3>Related Stories<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\n    <a href=\"http:\/\/www.theepochtimes.com\/us\/new-california-law-prohibits-employers-from-asking-about-previous-cannabis-use-5507890?ea_src=author_manual&#038;ea_med=related_stories\"><strong>New California Law Prohibits Employers\u200d From Asking About Previous Cannabis Use<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\n    <br \/>\n    <span class=\"text-comp-caption\">10\/10\/2023<\/span>\n  <\/li>\n<li>\n    <a href=\"http:\/\/www.theepochtimes.com\/us\/california-cannabis-conundrum-continues-major-distributor-collapses-5391766?ea_src=author_manual&#038;ea_med=related_stories\"><strong>California Cannabis Conundrum\u200d Continues, Major Distributor Collapses<\/strong><\/a><br \/>\n    <br \/>\n    <span class=\"text-comp-caption\">7\/13\/2023<\/span>\n  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Assemblyman\u2062 Matt Haney argued that the \u2062bill \u2062would not have affected smoke-free workplace laws since\u200d smoking cannabis is already permitted in licensed dispensaries. He emphasized that the bill aimed\u200c to level \u2063the playing field against the illegal black market and provide \u200badditional business opportunities for legal \u2062cannabis establishments.<\/p>\n<p>Despite the veto, Haney remains determined to reintroduce the bill next year, addressing the concerns raised\u2062 by Governor Newsom and working closely with labor leaders to ensure worker health and safety.<\/p>\n<p>California&#8217;s legal\u2062 cannabis industry faces \u2062significant challenges, with highly regulated and taxed operations, while illegal sales continue to thrive. Haney believes that reducing unnecessary regulations is crucial to supporting legal businesses and combating the problems associated with the black market.<\/p>\n<p>Although smoking indoors is generally prohibited in California, marijuana stores are allowed\u2064 to have designated \u200bsmoking rooms for individuals aged 21 and above, as long as\u2062 they are \u2063not visible to the public. The proposed bill would have expanded the offerings\u200d of cannabis\u200b stores to include live music and other ticketed entertainment alongside the consumption of \u200bmarijuana and infused products.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>&#8220;This bill could essentially turn a cannabis establishment into a\u2064 restaurant and potentially force workers to accept exposure to toxic chemicals in order to keep their jobs. Workers should not have to choose between their \u2064health and a good job,&#8221; expressed opponents of the bill, including \u2063national\u200d organizations like \u200cthe American Cancer Society and\u2063 the American Heart Association.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>While the veto is a setback for the cannabis industry, proponents of the bill remain hopeful for future success. The California \u2064Legislature will likely revisit\u2063 the issue next year, taking into account Governor Newsom&#8217;s concerns\u200d and working towards a revised version of the bill that addresses\u200b worker health and safety.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> What potential economic benefits \u200dcould have \u2062been realized\u2064 if Assembly Bill 374 had been approved and implemented?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  L would have provided tremendous economic opportunities for the cannabis industry\u2064 in California. With the legalization of\u2063 recreational cannabis in 2016, the\u200d industry has been steadily growing, contributing to the state&#8217;s economy and creating jobs. However, the \u2064restrictions on where cannabis can be\u200b consumed have been a \u200climiting \u200bfactor for retailers and\u2063 consumers alike.<\/p>\n<p>The bill aimed to address this issue by\u200b allowing licensed cannabis retailers to sell food and drinks\u2064 infused \u2064with cannabis, host live events, and establish \u200dcannabis cafes. These cafes would have provided a unique experience for consumers, allowing them\u200d to consume marijuana in a social setting while enjoying food and beverages. It would have \u200bbeen a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/deal-with-the-devil-apple-signed-275-billion-contract-with-china-to-avoid-crackdown\/\" title=\"Deal with the Devil: Apple Signed 5 Billion Contract with China to Avoid Crackdown\">win-win situation<\/a> for\u200d both cannabis retailers and consumers, boosting the market and \u200dattracting \u2063new\u2063 customers.<\/p>\n<p>The overwhelming support the \u200dbill received in the Assembly and the Senate indicated\u200d the recognition\u2062 of \u200bthe potential economic benefits it \u200bcould bring.\u200b However, Governor Newsom&#8217;s decision to veto the bill revealed \u200bconcerns\u2064 about \u200dthe potential impact on California&#8217;s smoke-free workplace protections. \u200bWhile it is essential to prioritize the \u2063health\u200c and well-being of\u200d employees, \u2064it is \u200cworth considering whether this bill truly \u2063undermined smoke-free workplace laws.<\/p>\n<p>By\u200c allowing cannabis consumption in designated\u200b areas, such as \u200ccannabis cafes,\u200c the \u2064bill aimed to provide a safe and \u2063regulated\u2062 environment for consumers. It would have\u200b given people an alternative to consuming cannabis in public spaces, such as parks or sidewalks, where it may\u200b be disruptive or uncomfortable for others.<\/p>\n<p>Moreover, the bill\u2063 could have been \u2062an opportunity to create jobs and stimulate\u200b economic\u2062 growth. The cannabis \u2062industry has proven to be \u2062a crucial sector in \u2062California, generating significant revenue and contributing to the state&#8217;s tax base. By \u200cexpanding the \u200boptions for consumption and allowing\u2062 cannabis retailers to offer additional products and experiences, the industry \u2063could \u200dhave further flourished.<\/p>\n<p>This veto highlights the ongoing challenges and complexities\u200c associated with the cannabis \u200bmarket. \u200cWhile progress has been made in legalizing and regulating marijuana, there are still areas \u200cwhere further development is needed. The bill&#8217;s veto should not discourage the cannabis industry, but\u2064 rather serve as \u2063a reminder of the importance of\u2063 continued advocacy and collaboration to address the concerns and considerations of all stakeholders.<\/p>\n<p>Moving forward, it is crucial for policymakers, \u2064industry\u200c leaders, and advocates \u200dto work together to find a balance between <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/biden-arrives-in-japan-to-meet-with-g-7-leaders-amid-looming-debt-crisis-at-home-2\/\" title=\"Biden in Japan for G-7 Meeting Amid US Debt Crisis.\">promoting economic growth<\/a> and\u2064 ensuring \u2063public health and\u200c safety. The\u2062 cannabis \u200bmarket has immense potential, and with careful regulation and\u200c thoughtful legislation, it\u200b can continue to thrive while remaining mindful of societal concerns.<\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, the\u200d veto of Assembly Bill 374 is undoubtedly \u200cdisappointing for the cannabis industry \u2062in California. However, it is essential to \u200backnowledge the concerns\u200d raised by Governor Newsom\u2062 while also recognizing the\u200c potential \u200deconomic\u200c benefits\u2063 the bill could have offered.\u200d This setback should be \u2062seen as\u2063 an \u2062opportunity for further dialogue, collaboration, and advocacy to shape the future of the cannabis \u200dmarket in the state.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Gov. Gavin Newsom vetoed a California bill on Oct. 8 that aimed to enhance the legal cannabis market by permitting licensed retailers to sell food and drinks, as well as organize live events. 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