Big media is about to make a huge deal about cannabis social consumption in Massachusetts, even though the finish line is months away
Ava Callender Concepcion, who served nearly five years and temporarily led the agency, steps down following absence
The seat created to ensure that legal, policy, and social-justice expertise informs cannabis regulation in Massachusetts was just filled behind closed doors
AG Andrea Campbell, Gov. Maura Healey, and Treasurer Deb Goldberg Appoint Carrie Benedon to CCC
Reinstated CCC chair fails in attempt to safeguard decisions made while agency “did not have a properly designated chair”
$265 million in tax revenue, 1,400 inspections, and serious budget shortfalls
Pt. 2—The ED addresses hemp regulation, closures, worker safety, lab testing, and social consumption
Pt. 1—Budgets, staffing, social equity, the Massachusetts Medical use of Marijuana program, and the ballot initiative to end recreational cannabis
“Over-regulation can unintentionally shut out diverse new entrants and impedes all businesses from achieving economic success.”
Upon reinstatement to the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission, Shannon O’Brien champions efficiency, transparency, and social equity
