Massachusetts has taken a bold step forward in cannabis reform with the Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) approving draft regulations that pave the way for social consumption of marijuana at designated venues and public events. For industry advocates and equity-focused entrepreneurs, this marks a monumental day in the state's cannabis evolution.
After months of detailed review and stakeholder engagement, the CCC voted late Tuesday to adopt a framework that allows adults to legally purchase and consume cannabis on-site—similar to how alcohol is served at bars or cigars at cigar lounges. The vote, which followed two days of intensive regulatory sessions, represents a monumental day in aligning state policy with the 2016 ballot initiative that legalized recreational marijuana in Massachusetts.
"This is a monumental day for the Massachusetts adult-use cannabis industry and is the culmination of years of hard work," said Acting Chair Bruce Stebbins. "It reflects the input of advocates, entrepreneurs, and everyday citizens who believe in a safer, more inclusive cannabis landscape."
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