Gov. Healey’s Mega-Pardon For Cannabis Possession Unanimously Approved By Council
The Massachusetts Council approved Governor Maura Healey’s historic proposal for a mass pardon, aimed at absolving thousands of individuals convicted for simple cannabis possession. This decision, aligning with the Governor’s commitment to fairness and equity, reflects a significant shift in the state’s approach to cannabis-related offenses.
Unanimous Approval Amid National Momentum
Governor Healey’s initiative, which echoes President Biden’s recent actions and statements regarding cannabis possession, received unanimous support from the council, reported WWLP-22News. This act of clemency, described as historic both in its scope and intent, seeks to rectify the enduring consequences faced by those with past convictions.
“Massachusetts changed state laws around marijuana possession and this proposal is based on the simple premise of fairness and equity that a person should not bear the mark of conviction for an offense that is no longer a state crime,” Suffolk County District Attorney Kevin Hayden told …