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S 97

An Act relative to the improvement of the data collection of adult and youth consumption of marijuana

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Patrick O'Connor

Massachusetts bill to establish improved data collection systems tracking marijuana consumption patterns among adults and youth for public health monitoring and policy evaluation.

Accompanied a study order, see S2816
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Bill Summary · S 97

Legislative bill overview

S 97 establishes improved data collection mechanisms for tracking marijuana consumption among both adults and youth in Massachusetts. The bill aims to create standardized reporting requirements and potentially new survey frameworks to better understand consumption patterns across different demographics.

Why is this important

Comprehensive marijuana consumption data is essential for public health monitoring, identifying emerging usage trends (particularly among youth), and evaluating the effectiveness of state cannabis regulations and prevention programs. Better data informs evidence-based policy decisions regarding taxation, licensing, product standards, and public health interventions.

Potential points of contention

  • Data privacy concerns: Balancing public health data collection with individual privacy rights and concerns about how consumption data might be used by law enforcement or insurance companies
  • Cost and implementation burden: Funding requirements for new data collection infrastructure, training, and ongoing administration could be substantial for the state
  • Youth access implications: Some stakeholders may worry that detailed consumption data could inadvertently reveal effective marketing channels that attract young users, or conversely, some may view stricter youth monitoring as government overreach

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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