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Activists Gather Signatures to Repeal MA Marijuana Law

6/27/2026

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Activists claim enough signatures to repeal Massachusetts’ 2016 recreational marijuana law on the November ballot, and the Coalition for a Healthy Massachusetts will have its petitions certified in July.
$1.5 million from Smart Approaches to Marijuana has been raised, while a UNH poll shows 63 % oppose repeal and a retailers survey shows 41 % support.
If passed, the measure would fine adults $100, require youth education, and give dispensaries until 2028 to adjust.

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Activists claim enough signatures to repeal Massachusetts’ 2016 recreational marijuana law on the November ballot, and the Coalition for a Healthy Massachusetts will have its petitions certified in July.
$1.5 million from Smart Approaches to Marijuana has been raised, while a UNH poll shows 63 % oppose repeal and a retailers survey shows 41 % support.
If passed, the measure would fine adults $100, require youth education, and give dispensaries until 2028 to adjust.