H186

To create an open-container law for marijuana

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H186 establishes an open-container law for marijuana in motor vehicles.

Massachusetts H186 amends the General Laws to prohibit possessing an open container of marijuana or marijuana products in the passenger area of any motor vehicle. This includes edibles and other marijuana products with broken seals. Violators face a civil penalty of $100 to $500. Exemptions include vehicles used for compensated transportation with a physical barrier between the driver and passengers, and living quarters of house coaches or house boats.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Jun 17, 2025

10:00 AM

Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy Hearing

History

May 11

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5396 (under House Rule 27)

Jun 13, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 06/17/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in B-1

Feb 27, 2025

House

Referred to the Joint Committee on Cannabis Policy