Politics

Massachusetts Regulators Can Begin Issuing Cannabis Licenses

Published on June 1, 2018 · Last updated July 28, 2020

BOSTON (AP) — Massachusetts’ recreational marijuana industry could begin taking shape in the coming weeks.

Friday marks the first day that state regulators can issue licenses to pot shops and other businesses allowed under the voter-approved law that legalized adult use of marijuana.

The Cannabis Control Commission was not, however, expected to immediately announce any decisions.

The first shops could open their doors in Massachusetts on July 1, though how many and where they might be located remains to be determined.

Friday is also the day that any prospective operator who was not eligible for priority review by the commission can apply for a license to operate a retail establishment.

The first shops could open their doors in Massachusetts on July 1, though how many and where they might be located remains to be determined.

All applicants must clear background checks from regulators, and many cities and towns have imposed prohibitions or restrictions on marijuana businesses.

Shop highly rated dispensaries near you

Showing you dispensaries near
See all dispensaries
The Associated Press
The Associated Press
The AP is one of the world's largest and most trusted sources of independent newsgathering.
View The Associated Press's articles
Get good reads, local deals, and strain spotlights delivered right to your inbox.

By providing us with your email address, you agree to Leafly's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.