Bill > H157

This bill modifies existing Massachusetts law regarding marijuana advertising by specifically prohibiting billboard advertisements for non-prescription marijuana. The bill amends Chapter 94G of the General Laws by making three key changes: first, it adds a new prohibition against marijuana advertising on billboards, separating this restriction from other media advertising rules; second, it modifies language related to audience age restrictions for marijuana advertising, replacing the previous standard of 85% of the audience being 21 or older with a requirement that advertising venues have entry restricted to those 21 years and older; and third, it adds the word "conspicuous" to existing language about advertising requirements. These changes are designed to further limit marijuana marketing, particularly in public spaces where younger audiences might be exposed to such advertisements, and to tighten regulations around how and where marijuana-related advertising can be displayed. The bill appears to be part of ongoing efforts to regulate marijuana marketing and protect younger populations from potential exposure to marijuana advertising.

Health and Social Services

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H157