Mass Grass NewsMassachusetts Cannabis Business Sues City Over “Community Impact Fees”
According to Berkshire Roots, Pittsfield "failed to meet its obligations," pursuant to the HCA terms, because the city “failed to…
October 10, 2023HCA
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Mass Grass NewsLawsuit, Scandals, And Audit Aside, Regulators Approve Major Changes
Another week of nonstop action around the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission
September 28, 2023
Mass Grass NewsCannabis Regulators Plug Holes In Host Community Agreement Language
Massachusetts commissioners put more checks in place to prevent municipal extortion, abuse, and expulsion
September 19, 2023
Mass Grass NewsCan Municipalities Manipulate New Rules To Close Unwanted Pot Shops?
Cannabis Control Commission hearing on Host Community Agreement rule changes gets existential. “You’re going to allow a host community to…
September 9, 2023
Mass Grass NewsInbox: Public Input Needed On Proposed New Mass Cannabis Regulations
“Cannabis Control Commission files draft regulations with Secretary of the Commonwealth ahead of Sept. 8 hearing”
August 22, 2023
Mass Grass News“Crisis” Aside, Here Are The Draft Changes Mass Cannabis Regulators Approved
“I hope that the steps we are taking continue opening doors for those who were disproportionately harmed by the War…
August 3, 2023
Mass Grass NewsThese Two Words Could Shift The Dynamic Between Cannabis Companies And Host Cities
“Hopefully this gives host communities and licensees some clarity” on Host Community Agreements and Community Impact Fees in Massachusetts
July 27, 2023
Mass Grass NewsEight Companies Compete For Three Licenses In Tewksbury Border Battle
Many businesses vying for a license near New Hampshire have experience in neighboring towns
July 17, 2023
Mass Grass NewsMass Cannabis Regulators Propose Changes For Host Community Agreements
“Cities and towns have created their own barriers for these businesses. … A lot of folks have been blocked at…
July 14, 2023
Mass Grass NewsMass Stakeholders, Advocates Drop Two Hours Of Concerns, Advice On Cannabis Regulators
Concerns and recommendations focused on equity, social consumption, delivery, and Host Community Agreements
July 6, 2023