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Banking Woes and Wins for Hemp-CBD

Canna Law Blog

Our firm represents a number of financial institutions and even a federal agency on banking state-legal cannabis. The number one question we have received lately is: “do you know a bank or credit union that will bank my hemp-CBD business?” And here’s why.

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Four Federal Agencies Release Guidelines for Banks Working with Hemp Industry

The Joint Blog

On Tuesday a coalition of federal agencies released a joint statement noting that financial institutions including banks and credit unions may work with individuals and businesses involved in the hemp industry. “This statement provides banks with background information on the legal status of hemp, the U.S.

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Federal agencies clarify SAR filing requirements for financial services provided to hemp-related businesses

Cannabis Law Report

On December 3, 2019, four federal agencies, in consultation with state banking regulators, clarified the legal status of hemp growth and production under the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) for banks 1 providing financial services to hemp-related businesses. JD Supra Release. Background. percent on a dry weight basis.”

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Hemp CBD Across State Lines: Puerto Rico

Canna Law Blog

The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 ( 2018 Farm Bill ) legalized hemp by removing the crop and its derivatives from the definition of marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) and by providing a detailed framework for the cultivation of hemp. Today we turn to Puerto Rico.

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The Hemp Standard is 0.3% THC. That Should Be Changed.

Canna Law Blog

We are heading into the first decade of scaled commercial hemp production in the United States since the 1920s. Hemp is legal. The international market is taking form and access to banking services is expanding. But the USDA’s interim rules governing the production of hemp threaten significantly this economic juggernaut.

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House of Representatives Set to Vote on SAFE Banking Act Today

Greenspoon Marder Cannabis Law Group Blog

House of Representatives is expected to vote on the Secure and Fair Enforcement Banking Act of 2019 (the “SAFE Banking Act”) today. In light of these concerns, most banks have denied cannabis-related businesses access to bank accounts and other financial services.

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The USDA Releases Guidelines for Federal Loans for the Hemp Industry

Veriheal

Since hemp was federally legalized under the 2018 Farm Bill, it is now considered an agricultural commodity like any other crop. The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has even taken several steps to sync the market with its various programs and services. The USDA Should Treat Hemp Like Any Other Commodity.

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