NORML

MARCH 20, 2020

There is no doubt that the COVID-19 pandemic is adversely impacting businesses around the world, and smaller businesses especially. That is why these businesses continue to face undue discrimination under federal law, including the lack of access to banking services and a prohibition of standard business tax deductions.

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SpeedWeed

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

‘We’re in for the patients:’ Marijuana caregivers rally against bills that would curb access in Michigan – Cannabis Business Executive – Cannabis and Marijuana industry news. skip to Main Content. View original article.

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SpeedWeed

SEPTEMBER 18, 2021

Louisiana medical marijuana program flings doors open to pot smokers; ‘it’s so accessible now’ – Cannabis Business Executive – Cannabis and Marijuana industry news. skip to Main Content. View original article.

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 27, 2023

SENATOR’S SAFE BANKING ACT WOULD ALLOW LEGAL CANNABIS BUSINESSES TO ACCESS BANKING SERVICES SUCH AS LINES OF CREDIT, SAVINGS AND CHECKING ACCOUNTS U.S.

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NORML

JUNE 28, 2019

House Small Business Committee Chairwoman Nydia Velázquez along with Representatives Jared Golden and Dwight Evans introduced a package of legislation, ( H.R. House Small Business Committee Chairwoman Nydia Velázquez along with Representatives Jared Golden and Dwight Evans introduced a package of legislation, ( H.R.

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SpeedWeed

MAY 20, 2021

Colorado Lawmakers Aim to Restrict Medical Marijuana Access and Concentrate Sales – Cannabis Business Executive – Cannabis and Marijuana industry news. skip to Main Content. View original article.

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Cannabis Life Network

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

BDSA’s latest report suggests that recreational cannabis access affects longer standing medical market. Access with a medical card encourages patients to buy heavily taxed adult-use cannabis. But is recreational access a benefit or hinderance on medical cannabis?

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NORML

MAY 12, 2020

Included in the language of the bill is HR 1595: The SAFE Banking Act, which amends federal law so that explicitly banks and other financial institutions may work directly with state-legal marijuana businesses. The majority of these businesses are small-to-medium in size.

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MMJ Recs

APRIL 19, 2024

The use of medical marijuana in Iowa has been a topic of significant debate and change in recent years. From its prohibition to the gradual legalization and implementation of medical cannabis programs, the landscape of marijuana use for medical purposes has shifted dramatically.

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 2, 2023

Senator Bob Menendez, a senior member of the Senate Banking Committee and Chairman of the Subcommittee that oversees the insurance industry, today announced the reintroduction of the bipartisan Clarifying Law Around Insurance of Marijuana (CLAIM) Act, which would ensure legal marijuana and related businesses have access to comprehensive and affordable (..)

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MMJ Recs

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The cannabis industry in California has experienced exponential growth since the legalization of recreational marijuana in 2018. However, amidst the flourishing market, concerns have arisen regarding disparities in access and ownership, leading to social equity initiatives to rectify historical injustices.

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NORML

APRIL 14, 2020

Two of our greatest champions in Congress, Representative Earl Blumenauer and Senator Jacky Rosen, are circulating bipartisan sign-on letters to Congressional Leadership demanding that state-licensed cannabis businesses are able to access the Small Business Administration. Send a message now!

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Cannabis Law Report

APRIL 23, 2020

Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) and Ed Perlmutter (D-CO)—introduced a bill in the House today that would allow marijuana businesses access to … Read More. Two longtime legal cannabis proponents—Reps.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 16, 2024

Overview of the Medical Marijuana Industry The medical marijuana industry has experienced significant growth and evolution in recent years, fueled by shifting attitudes, changing regulations, and expanding legalization efforts across various jurisdictions.

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Medical Marijuana Program Connection

MARCH 22, 2023

Missouri’s marijuana businesses have extra obstacles when it comes to getting help from financial institutions. With recreational marijuana now legal. Read More

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Cannabis Law Report

MAY 26, 2022

This data helps Californians understand the work we have ahead of us in realizing the promises of cannabis legalization, including supporting access to a safe, legal, and equitable cannabis market across the state and combating the unregulated, illicit market”. SACRAMENTO, Calif.–( Tweet this. CAcannabis #Map.

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NORML

MAY 19, 2020

Attorneys Generals from 34 states and territories sent a letter today to Congressional leadership urging members to expeditiously pass The Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act so that state-licensed cannabis business can explicitly engage in relationships with banks and other financial institutions.

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NORML

MARCH 18, 2019

1617 , the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act (MRTA), has been re-introduced this legislative session. The bill would legalize the adult possession, use, and regulated sale of marijuana. Only people with business-related convictions (such as fraud or tax evasion) will be explicitly barred from receiving licenses.

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Veriheal

OCTOBER 8, 2020

If approved, a new congressional bill could help cannabis businesses receive federal disaster relief funds. Under current regulations, cannabis businesses do not receive federal relief funds. The Small Business Association or SBA for short has denied the cannabis industry access to any of these funds or programs.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 4, 2022

For a $60-$90 donation to the lawyers supposedly a floor above – what is known in these shadowy businesses as the “gift” ? This sleight of hand allows I-71 cannabis entrepreneurs to skirt DC’s law allowing only personal use and sale of medical marijuana. Washington DC’s Hill Rag reports. donors can walk out with a thank-you of 3.5

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MMJ Recs

AUGUST 30, 2021

In 2014, Governor Jay Nixon signed the Missouri Medical Marijuana Bill, making it possible for CBD to be used as medicine for seizures. In 2018, Amendment 2 was passed, making medical marijuana in the state completely legal. Is medical marijuana being sold in Missouri yet? How many dispensaries are licensed in Missouri?

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 28, 2021

The Cannabis Business Office (CBO) creates new economic development opportunities, local job creation, and community growth for the diverse population across Colorado. The office will offer resources that are otherwise unavailable at the federal level, including technical assistance and access to capital for businesses in all stages.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 17, 2022

According to its sponsors and supporters, the Safe and Fair Enforcement (‘SAFE’) Banking Act would help address the challenges faced by small cannabis businesses that cannot currently access banking services or loans. But unfortunately, SAFE, as written, is unlikely to result in equitable access to financial services.

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 20, 2021

Dama Financial, the Leading Provider of Access to Banking and Financial Solutions for Cannabis Businesses, Announces the Completion of $12.6 Million Growth Equity Raise – Cannabis Business Executive – Cannabis and Marijuana industry news. View original article. View original article.

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NORML

JUNE 19, 2019

Today, the House Committee on Small Business held a hearing entitled Unlocked Potential? Small Businesses in the Cannabis Industry to discuss the economic and employment opportunities in the emerging legal cannabis industry and the challenges that federal prohibition and criminalization pose in regards to the Small Business Administration.

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 14, 2021

Patients fear losing access to medical cannabis amid push to restrict amateur grow operations in Hawaii – Cannabis Business Executive – Cannabis and Marijuana industry news. skip to Main Content. View original article.

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NORML

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

The House Financial Services subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Financial Institutions held a hearing Wednesday to address the lack of access to basic banking services by state-legal marijuana businesses. NORML Deputy Director Paul Armentano submitted written congressional testimony, which you can read here.

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Veriheal

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

introduced a never-before-seen bill—the Capital Lending and Investment for Marijuana Businesses Act (“the CLIMB Act”). What Business Services Would the CLIMB Act Protect? 8200 intends for a broad interpretation so that cannabis and cannabis-related companies are put on an even playing field with traditional business operations.

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Veriheal

APRIL 14, 2022

Banking has been a hurdle for cannabis businesses since the birth of the industry. Despite the fact that these businesses are state-legal, financial institutions have historically hesitated to work with them due to cannabis’ federally illegal status. It also did not normalize federal taxation for businesses within the sector.

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Medicinal Marijuana Association

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

As you navigate the complex landscape of marijuana legalization, consider this: behind the haze of legalization lies a stark reality of social equity issues deeply intertwined with historical injustices. The intersection of marijuana and social equity raises critical questions that demand thoughtful reflection and proactive solutions.

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Medicinal Marijuana Association

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

As you navigate the complex landscape of marijuana legalization, consider this: behind the haze of legalization lies a stark reality of social equity issues deeply intertwined with historical injustices. The intersection of marijuana and social equity raises critical questions that demand thoughtful reflection and proactive solutions.

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NORML

MARCH 12, 2019

This week, the Minority Cannabis Business Association unveiled their Municipal Ordinance model on how localities can administer new business licenses in a fashion that promote minority entrepreneurs and ensure that the emerging industry will not be dominated by a flood on new investors who have not been harmed by the consequences of prohibition.

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NORML

AUGUST 12, 2019

America has a moral responsibility to pass my legislation to end the prohibition of marijuana and take on the oppression at the heart of the War on Drugs. America has a moral responsibility to pass my legislation to end the prohibition of marijuana and take on the oppression at the heart of the War on Drugs.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 15, 2020

Our client has asked us to publish this post as a public service announcement to other cannabis businesses. Marijuana businesses in Washington State (and elsewhere) need to be aware of the risk of cyber attacks as we enter a new decade. However, nefarious online fraudsters may see a unique opportunity in the marijuana industry.

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NORML

JULY 17, 2019

Members of the United States Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs are scheduled to hear testimony next week regarding the need to provide greater access to financial services for state-licensed marijuana-related businesses. ” (Read NORML’s full testimony here.).

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

Challenges and Solutions: Access to Banking Services for Cannabis-Related Businesses. Talcott , Chairman, Smart Approaches to Marijuana (SAM). Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Financial Institutions. f t # e. 2128 RHOB, 0 Wednesday, February 13, 2019 @ 02:00. Click here for the Committee Memorandum.

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NORML

DECEMBER 23, 2019

The holiday season means many things to many people, but for Senator Mike Crapo (R-ID), it means walking back commitments to moving cannabis reform forward and turning into the Marijuana Grinch. This holiday season, send a message to Chairman Crapo and help his heart grow three sizes in support of marijuana reform. “Wait, what?!”

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