An Act delivering a fair share of cannabis revenue to communities harmed by the war on drugs
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to direct a larger portion of revenue generated from cannabis sales in Massachusetts to communities that have been disproportionately affected by past drug laws and enforcement. It seeks to establish a more equitable distribution of cannabis tax revenue, prioritizing investments in these impacted communities. The bill proposes increasing the share of cannabis revenue allocated to social equity programs. This legislation builds upon previous efforts to promote social equity within the cannabis industry.
Key provisions
- Increases the percentage of cannabis tax revenue allocated to communities harmed by the war on drugs.
- Establishes a social equity trust fund to support these communities.
- Prioritizes investments in programs addressing economic and social disparities.
- Allows for the use of cannabis revenue to fund community-led initiatives.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts communities disproportionately affected by the war on drugs
- Cannabis industry businesses
- State government
- Residents of affected communities
- The Cannabis Policy Committee
Notable changes
- Shifts the current allocation of cannabis tax revenue.
- Expands the scope of eligible recipients for cannabis revenue.
- Creates a dedicated trust fund for social equity initiatives.
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