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MA S89

MA S89
Expanding access to legal, regulated cannabis delivery


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Introduced
02/27/2025
In Committee
12/29/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

194th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to allow the delivery of cannabis by licensed delivery operators or couriers to any municipality in the commonwealth. Cannabis Policy.

AI Summary

This bill aims to expand cannabis delivery services across Massachusetts by preventing the Cannabis Control Commission from restricting licensed delivery operators or couriers from delivering cannabis to any municipality in the state, including to establishments that provide overnight lodging services like hotels, motels, and resorts. The bill is presented as an emergency measure to quickly remove barriers for social equity businesses before their license exclusivity period ends. By amending Chapter 94G of the General Laws, the legislation ensures that cannabis delivery services cannot be prohibited by local municipalities, effectively creating a statewide framework for legal cannabis delivery. The bill's emergency declaration suggests an urgent need to support cannabis businesses and improve access to legal cannabis products for consumers across the commonwealth.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 12/29/2025)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S89
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S89.pdf
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