Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 21, 2021

Here’s their letter to the Chair and Ranking Member of the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee. The inability of these state-legal entities to bank their significant cash reserves is an issue of public safety. In Yellowstone County, two medical marijuana dispensaries were burglarized on the same day in March.”.

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Veriheal

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

Following the announcement of Velieva’s eligibility, Richardson took to Twitter to call out the Olympic Committee’s uneven enforcement of its drug policy. According to Tom Bout, founder of the Cannabis Professionals Network, over 30 Washington dispensary robberies have occurred since November 2021. ” Richardson wrote.

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Dispensary Policy Retail Safety 93

WeedAdvisor

MAY 22, 2019

Banking and the cannabis industry have a somewhat hands-off relationship. banks are skittish about doing business with dispensaries in legal states. Even taxes cannot be paid electronically through a bank, forcing owners to literally hand massive amounts of cash to the IRS every year. New Legislation. .

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SpeedWeed

FEBRUARY 15, 2019

Six years after introducing the Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act, a cannabis banking reform measure, co-author Denny Heck finally saw it enjoy its first committee hearing in Congress on Wednesday. Here’s How Cannabis Companies Are Banking Legally on the Down Low. “We are all late,” Rep. .”

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Banking Dispensary Safety Seed-To-Sale 53

Burns Levinson (Cannabusiness advisory)

APRIL 20, 2022

However, the legality is questionable, and as cashless ATMs may be violating the policies of major credit card companies, the method may soon be shut down. Tina Sbrega of Lighthouse Biz Solutions, and Cathy Corby Iannuzzelli of KindTap Technologies, will discuss their … Keep reading.

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Events Law Business Banking 89

SMPL

MAY 21, 2020

Louisiana lawmakers advanced three marijuana reform bills on Wednesday, and that includes legislation that would dramatically expand the state’s medical cannabis program and offer protections for banks that service marijuana businesses. Another bill introduced by Rep. Larry Bagley (R), withdrew it.

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Banking Marijuana Legislation Patients 40

SpeedWeed

JULY 13, 2021

At Leafly, we believe there’s a first time for everything, including your very first trip to a marijuana dispensary. We also know that a good first-time experience often boils down to expectations, and that many people want to know exactly what to expect before they even think about visiting a dispensary. . The bottom line?

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TheAnswerPage

JULY 30, 2022

The “Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act (CAOA) Series” continues: If the Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act (CAOA) is passed, would the banking practices of dispensaries be impacted? See the Answer.

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Banking Dispensary Policy Business 52

Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 12, 2021

Applications for medical marijuana dispensaries available for the first time since 2010, caregiver applications added to Office of Marijuana Policy’s electronic offerings. If appropriate for their business models, registered medical cannabis caregivers may choose to convert their registration type to dispensaries.

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Marijuana Dispensary Programs Retail 105

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 25, 2021

With banking options still difficult for cannabis businesses to access – including the ability to accept debit and credit cards – cannabis companies are still searching for ways to facilitate their merchant processing needs. The issues with cashless ATMs. Two accomplices were eventually fined and were sentenced to prison.

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Banking Programs Dispensary Business 105

NORML

OCTOBER 15, 2019

Our goal is to ensure consumers have ease of access to legal cannabis products, access to medical dispensaries, access to world-class product options, as well as access to affordable legal options. 4) US relations – border & banking. 1) Increased Access. 3) Social discrimination protections.

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The Blunt Truth

MARCH 18, 2021

Will the SAFE Banking Act finally have its day in the Senate? And finally, in a victory for effective product placement, the Girl Scouts are back in front of dispensaries. The SAFE Banking Act returns for another shot at enactment. Then, the regional Girl Scout council stopped the sales, saying it was “against policy.”

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Banking Dispensary Events Legalization 77

Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 5, 2020

State budget forecasters are banking on a robust kickoff, however, estimating $5 million in sales by the end of the month. Maine is “very close” to issuing the first round of conditional recreational business licenses, said Erik Gundersen, the director of the Office of Marijuana Policy.

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Dispensary Safety Conditions Banking 59

Cannabis Law Report

JULY 1, 2021

The policy was updated last month to remove the ban, with some restrictions. Here’s what the previous policy said: . The new policy , which was updated on June 7, reads: . Apps that encourage consumption of tobacco and vape products, illegal drugs, or excessive amounts of alcohol are not permitted on the App Store.

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Vaping Consumption Policy Banking 119

NORML

JANUARY 19, 2020

The US House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health will hold a legislative hearing entitled “Cannabis Policies for the New Decade.” ” This marks the first time that members of the Energy and Commerce Committee will hear and debate issues specific to marijuana policy reform. IN resident? NJ resident? New Mexico.

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Legislation Decriminalization Access Patients 246

Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

Vice-President Michele Nakata, Supervisor of the Medical Cannabis Dispensary Licensing Program at the Hawaii Department of Health. As we collectively analyze and respond to emerging issues in the cannabis industry, we will continue to be the preeminent voice in cannabis regulatory policy.”. Banking, Finance, and Taxation.

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Compliance Compliance Topical Programs 98

CannaMD

APRIL 15, 2020

The National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML) has issued marijuana policy guidance for lawmakers during the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis, along with a statement regarding the designation of medical cannabis facilities as “essential.” NORML: COVID-19 Memo to Lawmakers.

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Policy Patients Dispensary Banking 55

The Blunt Truth

AUGUST 1, 2019

Meanwhile, the state of Arizona is experimenting with a new procedure to get around the lack of banking services for marijuana companies. The state’s attorney general has approved a pilot program allowing digital payments to medical cannabis dispensaries.

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DEA Banking Dispensary Edibles 77

Canna Law Blog

MARCH 30, 2022

Increasingly, cannabis businesses, particularly dispensaries, are targets for robbery or other criminal activity. Federal law still treats cannabis as a Schedule I narcotic, which means businesses have limited access to banking. The reason that cannabis businesses are being hit particularly hard is not hard to fathom.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Hardware stores and dispensaries alike, business operators who work out of commercial properties have been ensnared in a recent theft trend. cannabis industry is of course locked out of American banking. Broadly known as cash-only operations, the nation’s dispensaries have been targets since legalization’s dawn.

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Dispensary Supply Chain Business Cannabis 98

Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 24, 2020

Wellness Connection filed a lawsuit in federal court Friday against the Maine department that oversees marijuana policy, claiming that residency restrictions on owners of recreational cannabis businesses violate the U.S. He said that because marijuana is illegal on a federal level, banks cannot provide loans. Constitution.

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Marijuana Recreational Policy Banking 76

SpeedWeed

FEBRUARY 20, 2021

The value of hiring a professional lobbyist compared to the price you pay for bad policy. The saying, “If you’re not at the table, you’re on the menu,” comes to mind when I reflect on the evolution of cannabis policy in Washington. I wish I knew… 1. View original article.

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Business Dispensary Hemp Agriculture 52

Veriheal

AUGUST 3, 2021

The newly signed legal framework will boost medical cannabis purchase limits, as well as prolong specific policies that were imposed on a temporary basis when the coronavirus (COVID-19) health crisis initially erupted. What’s more, sales between dispensaries and patients accumulated $1.7

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Legislation Patients Supply Chain Dispensary 98

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 20, 2019

Additionally, on June 18, 2019, the Governor signed into law an emergency bill increasing the amount of marijuana and marijuana products that a caregiver may wholesale to other caregivers and dispensaries from 30% of annual yield to 75% of annual yield. In fiscal year 2023, Maine is banking on $33.2

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Law Banking Collective Retail 73

SpeedWeed

MARCH 9, 2021

and becoming legal, regulated, and accepted in more states, one thing the cannabis industry struggles with is having access to services that most businesses have access to, including banking and insurance. At this time, in the state of Arizona, there are 130 registered, medical dispensaries that operate as nonprofits within the state.

Business 52

Business Banking Programs Access 52

The Blunt Truth

JUNE 11, 2020

The organization sent a letter this week to the SBA asking them to reconsider their policy barring companies that have any dealings with cannabis firms from receiving money under the PPP. The dispensary formerly known as the Dank of Oklahoma will choose a new moniker. Further bulletins as events warrant. what’s in a name?

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Pets Decriminalization Banking Programs 95

MMJ Recs

MARCH 16, 2024

The establishment of cultivation, processing, and dispensary facilities creates a diverse array of employment opportunities, spanning from agricultural roles to retail positions. Policy decisions related to taxation, zoning, and advertising also impact the industry’s operations and growth trajectory.

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Supply Chain Research and Development Marijuana Seed-To-Sale 105

NORML

MAY 31, 2019

The measure would allow additional dispensaries to operate in unincorporated areas of the state that are not within 25 miles of an existing dispensary. Click here to email your lawmakers in support of banking access. Legislation is pending, Senate Bill 1286, to expand patient access to medical cannabis in Arizona. IL resident?

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Legislation Access Banking Hemp 111

SpeedWeed

MARCH 10, 2021

Every city, town, and municipality in the country has its own unique set of policies. Understanding the policy ecosystem is critical to how you will conduct operations, apply for a license, and of course, where you open your business. . Retail dispensaries. Take California for example. Delivery services. Manufacturing (e.g.,

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Business Banking Seed-To-Sale Research and Development 52

MMJ Recs

JANUARY 27, 2020

This means that there are no caps on the number of business licenses that can be awarded to dispensaries. Municipalities are also prohibited from enacting zoning restrictions, so it’s difficult to actually prevent dispensaries from opening in certain areas.

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Marijuana Seed-To-Sale Banking Dispensary 52

Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 16, 2021

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) published workplace guidance for creating marijuana policies and drug testing procedures for employed drivers, including education for drivers on marijuana’s effects on safe driving. Uber Canada Announces Partnership With Tokyo Smoke for Cannabis Ordering in Ontario.

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Cannabinoids Retail Policy Cultivation 52

NORML

MARCH 8, 2019

This week, a bipartisan coalition of more than 100 co-sponsors has reintroduced legislation in Congress, The Secure and Fair Enforcement Banking Act (SAFE Banking Act), HR 1595, to allow state-licensed marijuana-related businesses to engage freely in relationships with banks and other financial institutions. MN resident?

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Legislation Patients Access Seed-To-Sale 172

Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 23, 2022

The program, which will help develop conditional adult-use cannabis dispensaries for social equity licensees, is a key component of the state’s Seeding Opportunity Initiative—an effort to promote social equity through positioning individuals with prior cannabis-related criminal offenses to make the first adult-use cannabis sales in New York.

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Seed-To-Sale Programs Retail Dispensary 52

NORML

FEBRUARY 15, 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. ” At a more local level, the decriminalization policy in Dayton, Ohio went into effect this week. New Hampshire.

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Legislation Hemp Compliance Compliance 164

NORML

FEBRUARY 1, 2019

At the state level, activists in Florida and Missouri gathered in their state capitals along side state and local NORML chapters to lobby state lawmakers in favor of sensible marijuana policy reform. Click here to email your lawmakers in support of banking access. John Fetterman, Lt. CA resident? Update : S. FL resident?

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Legislation Decriminalization Access Patients 166

NORML

MARCH 22, 2019

House Financial Services Committee has scheduled to convene a markup on The Safe Banking Act, HR 1595 on Tuesday, March 26th. Senate Bill 45 would make this policy consistent for juvenile offenders. Click here to email your lawmakers in support of banking access. DE resident? IL resident? IL resident? ME resident? ME resident?

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Legislation Hemp Patients Compliance 137

Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 21, 2022

Previously, Mr. Coniglio was a Managing Director at JPMorgan, leading three separate investment banking businesses to #1 positions over his 14 year career at the firm. Founder of one of the first dispensary and cultivation facilities in Colorado, Boulder Kind Care. Working on multiple cannabis design projects throughout the U.S.,

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