New York Medical Marijuana Fight Is Gaining Steam
 

New York Medical Marijuana Fight Is Gaining Steam
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A bill that would legalize medical marijuana in New York is gaining traction — but a few key state senators may still attempt to block it.

Senate Finance Committee chairman John DeFrancisco (R-Syracuse) said Monday the bill wouldn't even be put to a vote in his committee. But New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo publicly signaled support for the legislation on the same day — the first time he's done so. **w the battle is about to reach boiling point

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DeFrancisco is perhaps the legislation's biggest hurdle. Though his ****** declined to comment, the senator has previously said he is opposed to medical marijuana because the federal Food and Drug Administration has **t approved it as a valid method to treat pain. Read more...

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