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House Members Pass Historic Legislation Legitimizing Retail Cannabis Sales

NORML

Members of the House of Representatives voted 321 to 103 in favor, representing 79% of the vote of 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. Now we look to the Senate, where we are cautiously optimistic.

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Federal policy kills buzz for advertising pot

Cannabis Chronicles

Much the way banks are unwilling to finance cannabis startups, television networks and online advertising marketplaces are understandably cautious because the Feds still classify marijuana as a Schedule 1 drug alongside heroin and ecstasy. Facebook, which like Google prohibits marijuana ads, has kicked some weed sellers off Instagram.

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NY State Bar seeks to educate attorneys on new cannabis laws

Cannabis Law Report

The Institute will educate attorneys, policy makers, and members of the public on the implications and impact of the new law, touching on topics such as equity, labor law, social justice and more. The effort will kick off on Wednesday, Dec.

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Article: 5 cannabis banking options — plus 4 alternatives

Cannabis Law Report

Cannabis banking options are still quite limited for marijuana entrepreneurs, despite 36 states legalizing medical marijuana and 17 states permitting recreational adult use, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures. Are there cannabis-friendly banks? Compare 5 cannabis-friendly banks and credit unions.

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Weekly Legislative Roundup 4/5/19

NORML

Senate Bill 45 would make this policy consistent for juvenile offenders. Legislation is pending, House Bill 2980 / Senate Bill 2023, to amend the Illinois Banking Act and the Illinois Credit Union Act in a manner that facilitates banks and other financial institutions to safely conduct transactions with licensed marijuana businesses.

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Weekly Legislative Roundup 6/21/19

NORML

Update : SB 223 was heard and approved by the Assembly Education Committee on 6/19/19. Click here to email your lawmakers in support of banking access. Senate Bill 45 would make this policy consistent for juvenile offenders. California. The bill is scheduled for a hearing in the Judiciary Committee on 6/25/19. CA resident?

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Nevada NORML: A Year in Review

NORML

Together, we were able to provide record sealing services and great education throughout Las Vegas. This only reaffirmed that social justice needs to be a priority when discussing marijuana policy in this community. to engage their lawmakers in marijuana policy reform. January – March 2018: Partnering with Harrison House.