Prohibits the public use of cannabis, unless approved by the applicable local government

This bill prohibits smoking or using cannabis in public spaces like streets, sidewalks, parks, and outdoor restaurant areas unless a local government specifically designates those areas for cannabis use. It establishes a $125 fine for violations, payable to the local government where the offense occurred, and requires the Cannabis Control Board to work with local governments on implementing rules for designated zones. The law directly affects cannabis users in public settings and local governments responsible for designating permitted areas, while maintaining New York's existing legal framework for personal cannabis use.