Massachusetts directs Cannabis Control Commission to study legal barriers to cannabis use for first responders

Original title: An Act relative to cannabis use by first responders

Last action · November 3, 2025: Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and MeansSponsors: Julian Cyr and 1 other

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What This Bill Would Do

The Cannabis Control Commission must research and report by December 31, 2026, on legal and practical barriers regarding first responders' right to use cannabis, including drug testing, internal department policies, and federal laws.

Why it matters

The measure establishes a formal state review into how existing police powers, licensing requirements, and federal drug laws interact with legal cannabis use for municipal and state public safety personnel.

Who It Would Affect

Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

first responders

Subject to a formal state study regarding their legal rights and department policies surrounding cannabis use.

Directly affected

police chiefs

Their statutory authority under section 97A of chapter 41 is explicitly evaluated as part of the commission's research.

Directly affected

Cannabis Control Commission

Assigned the statutory mandate to conduct research, consult experts, hold hearings, and author the required report.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main goal of Senate Bill 76?

The bill directs the Cannabis Control Commission to study and report on the legal, regulatory, and practical barriers concerning first responders and their right to use cannabis in Massachusetts.

When is the report due?

The report must be submitted to the legislature by December 31, 2026.

Which agencies are involved in conducting the study?

The Cannabis Control Commission leads the study in consultation with the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security.

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Where This Stands

Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.

Procedural history

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Nov 3, 2025SenateCommittee
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means
Jun 13, 2025Joint
Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in B-1
Feb 27, 2025House
House concurred
Feb 27, 2025SenateCommittee
Referred to the committee on Cannabis Policy

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