Bill > H4160

This bill modernizes the commonwealth's cannabis laws by making comprehensive changes to the regulation and taxation of marijuana, hemp, and CBD products. It establishes a new Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission with three commissioners appointed by the governor, creating a robust governance structure with specific ethical guidelines and operational protocols. The bill creates a Cannabis Advisory Board to provide recommendations on marijuana regulation and introduces new licensing and taxation frameworks for hemp beverages, consumable CBD products, and medical marijuana establishments. Key provisions include expanding possession limits from one to two ounces of marijuana, creating new endorsement and registration requirements for hemp and CBD product manufacturers and retailers, and implementing social equity measures that prioritize licensing for businesses from communities disproportionately impacted by previous marijuana prohibition. The legislation also mandates several studies and reports on marijuana use, health impacts, and industry dynamics, with a focus on promoting responsible market development, protecting public health, and creating opportunities for marginalized communities to participate in the cannabis industry.

Budget and Finance

Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy (Joint)

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4160