Massachusetts was one of the first East Coast states to legalize recreational cannabis in 2016. The market is well-established with a strong social equity program, though high tax rates remain a challenge.
Dispensaries
300
Registered Patients
95,000
Tax Rate
10.75% excise + 6.25% sales + local
Regulatory Body
Cannabis Control Commission
Program Details
What's legal in Massachusetts
Medical Program
Medical Legal
Since 2012
Min age: 18
Recreational Program
Recreational Legal
Since 2016
Possession limit: 1 oz
Home grow: Yes (6 plants)
Delivery: Yes
Consumption lounges: Yes
Social equity program: Yes
Expungement: Yes
U.S. Senators
NORML Scorecard
Your senators on cannabis
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Edward Markey
DemocratU.S. Senate
LEGALIZE, TAX, AND REGULATE DECRIMINALIZE MEDICAL USE