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This bill modifies existing marijuana regulations to allow independent testing laboratories to have a financial interest in marijuana establishments that are specifically licensed for research purposes. Currently, testing laboratories are prohibited from having financial interests in marijuana establishments to maintain their independence and prevent conflicts of interest. The proposed change would create a narrow exception for research-focused marijuana establishments, enabling testing labs to invest in or have a financial stake in these specialized research-oriented businesses. By making this amendment to Chapter 94G of the Massachusetts General Laws, the bill aims to potentially facilitate more comprehensive and collaborative marijuana research by allowing testing laboratories to have a direct financial connection to research-focused marijuana establishments, while still maintaining the overall regulatory framework that separates testing labs from other types of marijuana businesses.

Health and Social Services

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H162