Mass Grass NewsGuest Update: Advocates Applaud Deal That Could Advance Equity Fund
Grant and loan program for communities harmed by war on drugs has been mired by delays since creation, including supplemental…
December 5, 2023social equity
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Mass Grass NewsFrom Norton To New York With New Delivery Operator Lucky Green Ladies
Our first check in with the woman-owned Social Equity business, talking brands and plans to expand
November 26, 2023
Mass Grass NewsRecap + Guest Opinion: Please Advance The Social Equity Trust Fund Fix
Group requests a “one-time emergency transfer of $50 million to the Cannabis Social Equity Trust Fund … to compensate for…
November 16, 2023
Mass Grass NewsNew Massachusetts Cannabis Regulations Go Into Effect
“These include the agency’s oversight of Host Community Agreements, requirements for inclusivity at the local level [and] suitability reform.”
October 30, 2023
National NewsFrom Working In The Mass Cannabis Market To Owning in New Jersey
“You’re there to make a difference and provide access to cannabis … and to get this new industry rolling.”
October 19, 2023
Mass Grass NewsObscure Section Of Mass Law Lets Voters Preempt Social Consumption
“If a majority of the votes cast are in favor, such city or town shall have authorized the consumption of…
October 11, 2023
National NewsFormer MA Cannabis Brand Director Secures “Life-Changing” Grant In NJ
While Massachusetts loan fund lags, New Jersey disperses $12 million in equity grants
October 6, 2023
Mass Grass NewsCannabis Social Equity Advisors Consider Loan Fund Specifics
Discussing trust fund regulations, one Cannabis Social Equity Advisory Board member said, “No one here wants us to turn into…
August 29, 2023
Mass Grass NewsMass Cannabis Social Equity Advisory Board To Regroup After Setback
Will be first meeting since members learned initial trust fund balance will be much less than expected
August 25, 2023
Mass Grass NewsMass Cannabis Isn’t Tanking Just Because The Globe Said So
Plus less egregious local media characterizations of the cannabis industry from this past week
August 23, 2023