After almost a decade of waiting, cannabis cafes in Massachusetts could soon become a reality.

The Cannabis Control Commission approved its final rules for social consumption Thursday, meaning people will be allowed to consume marijuana in licensed places, in the same way alcohol is consumed at a bar.

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This vote comes after months of deliberations and delays, and supporters are calling it a monumental day for the cannabis industry in the Bay State.

The unanimous vote paves the way for business opportunities such as cannabis cafes, yoga classes and festivals.

The commission's framework rolls out three new license types:

Supplemental, for existing cannabis businesses to add on site consumption into their operations

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