An Act delivering a fair share of cannabis revenue to communities harmed by the war on drugs
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to direct a portion of the revenue generated from cannabis sales in Massachusetts to communities that have historically been disproportionately affected by the war on drugs. It proposes a system for distributing these funds to support economic development, social services, and other initiatives in these impacted areas. The goal is to address past harms and promote equity within the cannabis industry and the broader state economy. The bill seeks to establish a dedicated fund for these community investments.
Key provisions
- Creates a cannabis revenue fund.
- Directs a percentage of cannabis tax revenue to designated communities.
- Designates specific eligible recipients for the funds (e.g., local governments, community organizations).
- Prioritizes investments in economic development and social services.
- Establishes a process for community input in determining fund allocation.
- Requires the Cannabis Control Commission to oversee the fund's administration.
- Defines ‘communities harmed by the war on drugs’ for the purpose of this legislation.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts communities disproportionately impacted by the war on drugs
- Cannabis industry businesses
- The Cannabis Control Commission
- State government
- Residents of affected communities
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