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MA H1836

MA H1836
Regarding the decriminalization of marijuana and local option


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Introduced Session

187th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to provide for local option concerning the decriminalization of marihuana. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to amend Section 32L of Chapter 94C, which deals with controlled substances, to allow cities and towns to decide for themselves whether to decriminalize marijuana within their local jurisdiction, meaning they can opt in to accepting the provisions of this section, which would likely involve changing how marijuana possession is treated under local law.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4364 (on 07/31/2012)

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