Bill > H154

This bill proposes to amend Section 29 of Chapter 93 of the Massachusetts General Laws by adding a new provision that prohibits advertising for the distribution or use of alcohol or marijuana within 5,280 feet (which is equivalent to one mile) of a school zone. The purpose of this legislation appears to be protecting children from exposure to advertisements for substances that are harmful or inappropriate for minors. By establishing a buffer zone around schools, the bill aims to limit the visibility of alcohol and marijuana marketing to students and potentially reduce the risk of underage substance use. The restriction would apply to any form of advertising within this one-mile radius, though the specific details of enforcement and penalties are not specified in the provided text. This type of regulation is part of a broader effort to create safer environments for children and limit their exposure to potentially dangerous or inappropriate commercial messaging.

Health and Social Services

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H154