Following embarrassing complaints from scientists and stakeholders about weak standards for measuring potency, Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission publishes new guidance document
“We need to know the medicinal benefits … Massachusetts could be a global leader on medical efficacy research.”
“Even with the best intentions, as regulators, we need to sometimes hit the pause button and look at how we can make these license types more feasible.”
“We will be looking for a new executive director … That will be the next step, but they are big shoes to fill.”
New Massachusetts regulations prevent municipalities from abusive community impact fees via Host Community Agreements, but some cities aren’t ready to lose their cannabis cash cows
Concepcion will continue setting the agenda—but only until the next Cannabis Control Commission meeting
Suspended Chair Shannon O’Brien’s meeting with appointing state Treasurer Deb Goldberg is pushed back. As cannabis commissioners carry out duties under placeholders, major questions still loom around leadership.
“These include the agency’s oversight of Host Community Agreements, requirements for inclusivity at the local level [and] suitability reform.”
1,000-plus licenses, nearly 100,000 patients, and 900 inspections
Regulators discuss best practices in other markets, policy priorities, and long-term timeline
