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Related: About this forumSavino: Three-Way Talks Underway For Medical Marijuana Deal
Nick Reisman
A measure that would legalize a medicinal marijuana program is now the subject of negotiations between the Legislature and Gov. Andrew Cuomos office, Sen. Diane Savino confirmed Thursday.
In a further development, the medical marijuana legislation has been transferred from the Senate Finance Committee to the Senate Rules Committee, greatly improving the measures chance of coming to the floor for a vote.
Cuomo in a radio interview earlier this morning said he had serious questions about the legislation known as the Compassionate Care Act, but added talks were being held.
Savino, a Staten Island Democrat and one of the key backers of the legislation, told reporters a bill could be ready by the beginning of next week, when lawmakers are due to conclude the legislative session.
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