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Massachusetts Adult Use Marijuana surpasses $5 Billion In Sales

Keegan MacDonald by Keegan MacDonald
September 15, 2023
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Massachusetts’ burgeoning adult-use marijuana industry has reached an impressive milestone, with total sales crossing the $5 billion mark. This achievement comes amid strong momentum, despite earlier speculation about the resignation of the executive director of the state’s Cannabis Control Commission (CCC).

Regulators in the Bay State have reported that adult-use cannabis sales continue to surge, even as neighboring Northeastern states have launched their own adult-use programs. The Worcester Business Journal revealed that the state’s recreational cannabis retailers collectively amassed $1 billion in sales between January and August, marking the fastest pace at which licensed sellers have achieved such substantial revenue.

Shawn Collins, the executive director of the CCC, expressed his enthusiasm for the industry’s sustained growth. He stated, “Massachusetts continues to hit record sales even as other states have come online. In fact, our neighboring states Maine, Rhode Island, and Connecticut also had record sales this summer.”

Contrary to a previous announcement made in July regarding his resignation, Collins clarified that he is taking temporary parental leave and has no plans to step down from his role. He emphasized, “So I don’t know what the future holds for me, certainly, but I’m looking forward to clocking in on a daily basis and continuing to do the work alongside the folks that are here at the agency.”

This clarification followed earlier confusion stemming from CCC Chair Shannon O’Brien’s resignation announcement. O’Brien has since apologized for any misunderstanding.

In addition to celebrating the remarkable sales achievement, the CCC has held a public hearing to introduce new cannabis regulations. These regulations aim to promote industry diversity, establish marijuana lounges, and enhance oversight on agreements between cannabis companies and municipalities. As the industry continues to thrive, Massachusetts remains at the forefront of the evolving cannabis landscape in the Northeastern United States.

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