MBLLC SECURES PROTECTIONS AND ACCESS OPPORTUNITIES FOR PEOPLE OF COLOR IN THE NEW MARIJUANA LEGISLATION

On July 20, 2017, the MBLLC celebrated a legislative victory in the passage of equity language in the comprehensive marijuana legislation entitled,  An Act to ensure the public health and safety of patient and consumer access to medical and adult use of marijuana in the Commonwealth  (H. 3776/ S. 2097). This newly-passed legislation sets regulatory framework for the new marijuana industry in Massachusetts.