Bill > H170

This bill establishes a new Cannabis Products Recall Fund and creates mandatory product recall procedures for THC-containing products in Massachusetts. The fund will be managed by the Department of Public Health and will receive money from transfers from the Marijuana Regulation Fund, legislative appropriations, and interest earnings. The purpose of the fund is to finance mandatory product recalls of THC products cultivated, processed, manufactured, delivered, or sold in the state. The Department of Public Health is required to adopt regulations for a mandatory product recall process, which must be consistent with Cannabis Control Commission guidelines and based on the most recent scientific research about marijuana product safety. The bill mandates that the department develop consumer-facing language about the health risks of ingesting, injecting, or inhaling THC products, with the Cannabis Control Commission determining the best method to distribute this information. Additionally, the Department of Public Health must submit an annual report by December 31st detailing the fund's activity to various legislative committees and clerks. The entire initiative will be funded through the newly created Cannabis Products Recall Fund, demonstrating a proactive approach to addressing potential public health risks associated with cannabis products.

Health and Social Services

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H170