New York state lawmakers strike deal to legalize recreational marijuana

• Agreement with governor follows several failed attempts
• Poll shows 60% of New Yorkers in favor of legalization

New York state officials have finalized a deal to legalize recreational marijuana use following several failed attempts.

The New York Times reported that lawmakers in Albany struck an agreement with Governor Andrew Cuomo on Thursday. A Siena College poll conducted earlier this month found that nearly 60% of New York voters favor legalizing recreational marijuana.