The Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission (CCC) is set to vote on regulatory changes this month that could significantly impact struggling cannabis delivery businesses.
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One key reform under consideration is the elimination of the two-driver rule, which mandates that two employees travel in cannabis delivery vehicles for security reasons.
This rule has been a financial burden for small delivery companies, many of which are owned by individuals from communities disproportionately affected by the war on drugs. These companies argue that the rule inflates labor costs and reduces delivery efficiency.
The CCC voted in December 2022 to change the rule, but implementation has been delayed. The updated regulations, if approved, would allow delivery drivers to operate alone when transporting products valued at $5,000 or less. However, two employees would still be required for deliveries exceeding that value, up to a $10,000 limit. The two-driver rule would also remain in place for business-to-business marijuana transportation, a discrepancy that has raised concerns among business owners.
During a recent public hearing, industry representatives emphasized the positive financial impact of revising the two-driver rule for all types of deliveries, including business-to-business transactions. The CCC is now reviewing whether such an expansion can be included in the upcoming vote without causing further delays. The final vote on these regulations is expected on October 22, and additional reforms may be considered by the end of the year.
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