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MA H125

MA H125
To create an open-container law for marijuana


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to the transportation of marijuana in motor vehicles. Cannabis Policy.

AI Summary

This bill aims to create an open-container law for marijuana in Massachusetts. It would prohibit the possession of open containers of marijuana or marijuana products, including edibles, in the passenger area of any motor vehicle, with some exceptions for commercial transportation vehicles and recreational vehicles. The bill also repeals an existing provision in Chapter 94G that allowed for the consumption of marijuana in a motor vehicle. The key terms used in the bill, such as "marijuana," "edibles," and "passenger area," are defined to provide clarity.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4695 (on 06/03/2024)

Bill Topics

Law, Crime, and Family Issues
  • ‐ Illegal Drugs and Narcotics Control
Transportation
  • ‐ Highway Construction, Maintenance, and Safety

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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H125 03/14/2023
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H125.pdf 03/14/2023
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