The Cannabis Means Business (CMB) Conference & Expo returns to New York City from June 3–5, 2025, at the Javits Convention Center. This premier B2B event, formerly known as CWCBExpo, brings together industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and advocates to explore the evolving cannabis landscape.
The NORML FORML at CMB
A highlight of CMB 2025 is the involvement of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML). On June 3, attendees can participate in the NORML FORML, a networking event designed to foster connections among cannabis professionals and advocates.
NORML has been instrumental in advancing cannabis reform in New York. The organization has supported legislation aimed at descheduling marijuana, expunging federal records, and reinvesting in communities affected by the war on drugs.
Additionally, NORML has advocated for equitable licensing and regulatory practices within the state’s cannabis market.
Empire State NORML, the New York State affiliate of the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws, has been instrumental in advancing cannabis reform and promoting social equity within the state’s legal cannabis framework.
Recent accomplishments of Empire State NORML
Empire State NORML played a pivotal role in the enactment of the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA), which legalized adult-use cannabis in New York. The legislation includes provisions for home cultivation, automatic expungement of certain cannabis-related convictions, on-site consumption, delivery services, and a focus on social equity funding. The organization continues to collaborate with the Office of Cannabis Management to ensure consumer protections are upheld.
Additionally, as a founding member of the Start SMART (Sensible Marijuana Access through Regulated Trade) NY campaign, Empire State NORML has been at the forefront of efforts to end cannabis prohibition and promote a regulated, inclusive industry. The campaign emphasizes racial and economic justice, aiming to rectify the harms caused by the War on Drugs.
Empire State NORML Ongoing Initiatives
Empire State NORML actively supports federal legislation such as the Marijuana Opportunity, Reinvestment, and Expungement (MORE) Act, which seeks to decriminalize cannabis at the federal level and address the consequences of past convictions.
Empire State NORML
The organization encourages public participation through membership, volunteering, and involvement in specialized committees focusing on areas like hemp, medicinal, and recreational cannabis. These efforts aim to build a robust, community-driven movement for cannabis reform in New York.
Empire State NORML’s dedication to cannabis reform continues to shape New York’s approach to legalization, emphasizing justice, equity, and consumer rights.
CMB and NORML
CMB is hosting NORML and other organizations that participate in panel discussions, workshops, and networking events, providing attendees with insights into ongoing advocacy efforts and opportunities for engagement.
CMB 2025 offers a platform for meaningful dialogue on policy, business, and social equity in the cannabis industry.
Text “CMB” to 420-420 to get ongoing updates, news, and information from Cannabis Means Business throughout the year.
