Massachusetts Governor’s Council Weighs Maura Healey Marijuana Pardon Plan

The Governor's Council has opted to hold an informational hearing regarding Governor Maura Healey's proposal for a blanket pardon for convictions of simple marijuana possession. The decision, taken Wednesday, March 27, deferred the significant clemency action for a subsequent vote. Councilor Tara Jacobs's proposal for the hearing passed via a voice vote, despite objections from Councilor Marilyn Petitto Devaney, who asserted "there's no need to delay," according to State House News Service.

The Governor's Council has opted to hold an informational hearing regarding Governor Maura Healey's proposal for a blanket pardon for convictions of simple marijuana possession. The decision, taken Wednesday, March 27, deferred the significant clemency action for a subsequent vote. Councilor Tara Jacobs's proposal for the hearing passed via a voice vote, despite objections from Councilor Marilyn Petitto Devaney, who asserted "there's no need to delay," according to State House News Service.…