H 190
An Act relative to fines for violations of cannabis advertising regulations
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Bill overview
This bill establishes fines for businesses and individuals who violate regulations regarding cannabis advertising in Massachusetts. Currently, penalties for advertising violations may be inconsistent or lacking. The bill aims to standardize and increase the financial consequences for non-compliance with cannabis advertising rules, ensuring greater accountability and potentially deterring improper advertising practices. It seeks to clarify and strengthen the enforcement of existing cannabis advertising regulations.
Key provisions
- Establishes a system of fines for cannabis advertising violations.
- The specific amount of the fines will be determined during a hearing.
- The bill applies to businesses and individuals involved in cannabis advertising.
- It aims to clarify and strengthen existing cannabis advertising regulations.
- The Cannabis Policy Committee will oversee the implementation and enforcement of these fines.
Who is affected
- Cannabis businesses
- Advertisers
- The Cannabis Policy Committee
- Massachusetts residents
Notable changes
- Increases penalties for cannabis advertising violations.
- Provides a more structured framework for enforcing advertising regulations.
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Primary sponsor
Marcus S. Vaughn
Cosponsor
Marcus S. Vaughn
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Bill H.190 194th (Current)
An Act relative to fines for violations of cannabis advertising regulations
By Representative Vaughn of Wrentham, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 190) of Marcus S. Vaughn relative to fines for violations of cannabis advertising regulations. Cannabis Policy.
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Presenter: Marcus S. Vaughn
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Bill History
Displaying 5 actions for Bill H.190
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Cannabis Policy |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 7/9/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/22/2025 from 10:30 AM-01:00 PM in B-2 |
| 7/9/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 07/22/2025 from 10:30 AM-01:00 PM in A-2 |
| 9/25/2025 | House | Accompanied H154 |
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