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In Congress, a Changed House Finally Looks at Cannabis Banking

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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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The Economic Impact of the Medical Marijuana Industry: Trends and Projections

MMJ Recs

This burgeoning industry encompasses a wide range of activities, including cultivation, processing, distribution, and retail sales of medical cannabis products. The establishment of cultivation, processing, and dispensary facilities creates a diverse array of employment opportunities, spanning from agricultural roles to retail positions.

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Visit Cannabiz Media at CannaCon Midwest Chicago

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Seminars at the Chicago event will feature speakers from a variety of organizations, including Seed to Sale Funding, Allay Consulting, Grove Bags, GreenBroz, Agrify, Agro Lighting, Kush Masters, Specialty Testing Solutions, and more. . The educational sessions will cover everything from seed to sale. until 5:00 p.m.

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Weekly Legislative Roundup 2/22

NORML

New Jersey lawmakers have come to an agreement with Governor Murphy regarding retail marijuana tax rates, settling on charging sales tax by weight as opposed to a specific percentage. Update : HB 2149 was approved by the Public Safety Committee on 2/20. Welcome to the latest edition of NORML’s Weekly Legislative Roundup!

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What’s New For Oklahoma Medical Marijuana In 2020?

MMJ Recs

With more MMJ patients than in any other state, the Oklahoma MMJ industry is booming with sales of more than $350 million through the end of last year. With this type of growth, some people estimate that the state’s revenue could reach as high as $700 million a year in sales from MMJ products in the future.

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Weekly Legislative Roundup 3/8/19

NORML

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. Actions to Take.

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Canada: Questions Regarding Canadian And Uruguayan Cannabis Laws

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Last Updated: July 3 2019. Article by Patrick J. Blaney McMurtry LLP. Your LinkedIn. Connections at Firm. From: Patrick Cummins, Blaney McMurtry LLP, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. To: Jonás Bergstein, Bergstein Abogados, Montevideo, Uruguay. Cummins: DO URUGUAYAN CANNABIS COMPANIES LIST BY WAY OF IPO? Bergstein : We refer to the above responses.

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