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MA H3525
Relative to community outreach procedure for retail marijuana establishment license applicants
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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to community outreach procedure for retail marijuana establishment license applicants. Cannabis Policy.
AI Summary
This bill amends Section 5 of Chapter 94G of the General Laws in Massachusetts, which governs the licensing of retail marijuana establishments. The key provisions are: 1) Applicants for a retail marijuana establishment license must hold two community outreach meetings, one during normal business hours and one in the evening, and provide public notice of these meetings at least 14 calendar days in advance; 2) Applicants must still meet other requirements such as submitting a compliant application, satisfying the state commission's requirements, and paying the required fee. The purpose of these amendments is to enhance community engagement and transparency in the process of licensing retail marijuana establishments.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5042 (on 10/26/2020)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3525 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3525.pdf |
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