Americans for Safe Access

MAY 25, 2021

The May 2021 ASA Activist Newsletter is now out. Our lead story addresses the ISO 17065 Accreditation of our PFC program and explains why PFC becoming the first cannabis certification body to have achieved this matters so much. You will also find out how to access the recorded panels from Unity 2021 to catch anything you missed.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–BTIG announced today that it will hold its first cannabis-focused conference, which will take place virtually, on Wednesday, September 29, 2021. BTIG is a global financial services firm specializing in institutional trading, investment banking, research and related brokerage services. About BTIG.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 28, 2021

ON OCT 27, 2021. Wayne-based Valley National Bank, a subsidiary of Valley National Bancorp, is creating a new digital payment platform designed specifically for cannabis-related businesses. Valley is one of the largest national banks serving multi-state cannabis-related business operators. NJB News reports.

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The Blunt Truth

JULY 1, 2021

It looks like the legislature will meet again this summer to pass legislation to set up a medical marijuana program. Perhaps 2022 will be the First State’s year to pass a cannabis bill, because it’s going nowhere in 2021. The state’s Department of Health released draft rules for a medical program this week. NORTH CAROLINA.

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Cannabis Law Report

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Abrigo, the leader of compliance, credit risk, and lending solutions for financial institutions, today announced its partnership with Green Check Verified (GCV), the top provider of cannabis banking solutions for financial institutions. Abrigo partners with Green Check Verified to expand cannabis banking support to financial institutions.

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SpeedWeed

AUGUST 27, 2021

26, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — PRESS RELEASE — Jushi Holdings Inc. , Jushi also expects to bring additional Sèche flower product lines, along with its award-winning flower brand, The Bank, to Ohio medical cannabis patients in the first quarter of 2022. BOCA RATON, Fla., ” View original article.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 14, 2021

14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Today, New Mexico Attorney General Hector Balderas announces that New Mexico -based US Eagle Federal Credit Union is the first financial institution to become certified in the country for outstanding U.S. monetary banking protocols in banking cannabis and hemp operations.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 16, 2021

This is how Manzuri saw 2021 through the prism of California & Cannabis. This year our office wrote about the various legislative and policy changes – We break down 2021’s highlights below. This year our office wrote about the various legislative and policy changes – We break down 2021’s highlights below. What a year!

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 2, 2021

The SAFE Banking Act is back in Congress, and political momentum is swinging in favor of the cannabis industry’s need to normalize its relations with financial institutions. Here, we spoke with Safe Harbor Services Vice President Amanda McComb about some of the recent trends and changes that she’s seen in banking the cannabis industry.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 4, 2021

First published in 2017, and updated in 2019, the new 2021 Women & Minorities in the Cannabis Industry , is now available for download here. Challenges to Diversity and Equity (includes data application and licensing fees, start up costs, net worth by race, banking, drug related arrests, etc). Women and Representation. “As

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 9, 2021

A memo from the Farm Credit Administration to farm credit banks and associations on hemp financing has The National Industrial Hemp Council concerned that growers could have difficulty obtaining loans to expand their operations. CStore Decisions. Farm Credit, USDA actions on lending have hemp industry concerned. Agri Pulse.

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Cannabis Law Report

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Cannabis Commercial Real Estate Lender Pelorus Equity Group Announces 434% Year-Over-Year Growth in 2021. Additionally, Pelorus accomplished several industry firsts throughout 2021. “As Pelorus and Pelorus Fund 2021 Highlights. Pelorus Fund outperformed its original 2021 growth projections of 300% by 134%.

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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.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 14, 2021

We are very pleased to announce the closing of our new warehouse line of credit with a FDIC insured bank as it will substantially increase funding capacity for facility improvements, build outs and expansions loans in the cannabis sector ,” said Dan Leimel, CEO of Pelorus Equity Group and manager of the Pelorus Fund.

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Illinois News Joint

JANUARY 23, 2023

Maribis of Chicago Westchester opened in April, 12, 2021, and is located at 1137 S. The retail store features cash rewards, kiosk ordering, loyalty program, daily deals, ATMs, and online ordering. Mannheim Road in Westchester, Illinois. The retail store serves recreational users but also offers a 10% discount to medical patients.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Sahar Ayinehsazian is based in VS’s Los Angeles office, where she focuses her practice on cannabis banking, corporate transactions, and regulatory compliance. He has developed community outreach programs, created impact plans, and negotiated host community agreements with over 60 cities and towns across Massachusetts.

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 22, 2021

Solomon’s primary contributions to date include the development and rollout of an industry-leading compliance program and the optimization of staff and assets to support rapid market expansion. Operational Security Solutions (OSS) Board of Directors Appoints New CEO. Notably, OSS boasts a no-loss record to-date.

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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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The Blunt Truth

JUNE 13, 2022

In 2021, the state was one of several to pass legalization legislation. In 2021, the state enacted the Cannabis Regulation Act, which legalized adult use of marijuana and set the mechanisms for licensing and regulation of the market ( NMSA 1978, §§ 26-2C-1 through 26-2C-42 ). The statute became law without a gubernatorial signature.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 21, 2022

Our final 2021 looking back and looking forward episode. 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. Sit back relax and enjoy our guests mulling over the past, present & future. In order of appearance.

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SpeedWeed

MARCH 12, 2021

In honor of Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day on March 8, 2021, three successful women in the cannabis space share their journey, challenges and advice for working in the industry. . Traditional methods weren’t available, like getting a loan from the bank, because the industry was still federally illegal.”.

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 16, 2022

million cultivated marijuana plants and made more than 6,600 marijuana-related arrests in 2021, according to annual data compiled by the US Drug Enforcement Administration. . million plants via its domestic eradication program. Federal law enforcement agents and their partners seized over 5.5 million plants were confiscated).

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 3, 2021

The SAFE Banking Act is back in Congress, and political momentum is swinging in favor of the cannabis industry’s need to normalize its relations with financial institutions. Here, we spoke with Safe Harbor Services Vice President Amanda McComb about some of the recent trends and changes that she’s seen in banking the cannabis industry.

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 3, 2021

Cuomo’s administration projects that legalization could generate 30,000 to 60,000 jobs across New York and that tax collection from the program could reach $350 million annually, the release states. 31, 2021, or nine months after the date the legislation is effective, the release states. View original article.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 19, 2021

DENVER) August 19, 2021 – Simplifya (“Simplifya” or “the Company”), the leading regulatory and operational compliance software platform serving the cannabis industry, announced the appointment of Jeffrey (“Jeff”) B.

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The Blunt Truth

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

And speaking of CBD, Seyfarth has a program coming up on that topic. Assembly Bill 1827 freezes tax rate increases until July 2021. Assembly Bill 1525 allows cannabis banking under California state law. Florida has legalized medical marijuana edibles. On the federal level, the MORE act will get a vote in the House.

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SpeedWeed

MAY 7, 2021

It’s been four years since West Virginia legalized medical cannabis, and until now, they have not had an actual program in place for patients to get relief. Now, eligible patients can finally register and officially become a part of the program. So far, DHHR has announced Analabs Inc. as the testing laboratory for the industry.

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The Blunt Truth

MARCH 5, 2020

They see legalization as a solution to problems with the medical cannabis program. The requirement will take effect on October 21, 2021 or upon publication of a final rule, whichever comes first. A group called Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol filed a petition to legalize recreational marijuana. ” ON THE LIGHTER SIDE.

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SpeedWeed

MARCH 6, 2021

This new plan, known as the “Comprehensive Cannabis Legalization and Regulation Act of 2021,” would establish a social equity program, and would make sure that at least half of all those with licensed businesses are equity applicants. In addition, the proposal recognizes how important education is to a well-rounded cannabis program.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 12, 2021

August 12, 2021 08:00 ET | Source: Pelorus Equity Group, Inc. Devin McGrath joins Pelorus’ East Coast team as an analyst, having previously been in Citigroup ’s rotating analyst program where he spent time on the CMBS syndication desks and trading convertible bonds. NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.,

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NORML

JANUARY 19, 2020

House Bill 1359 would create a 5 year medical marijuana pilot program, allowing patients to access their medicine from licensed dispensaries. Legislation is pending, A2210, to create a state bank to provide financial services to licensed marijuana business operating in accordance with state law. FL resident? IN resident? NJ resident?

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Company Experiences 300% Growth in 2021; Anticipates Having More than. Pelorus intends to use the net proceeds from the increased offering to continue to be the best-in-class non-bank real estate lending solution for cannabis owners and operators across their companies’ life cycles,” said Travis Goad, managing partner of Pelorus Equity Group.

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 29, 2021

The final vote was 8-3 in favor of the Curaleaf Hanover workers unionizing, which became official on April 9, 2021, roughly a year after the workers’ campaign was organized. Cannabis sales in 2021 have already logged roughly $370 million through April, according to the state’s seed-to-sale tracking system. billion overall.

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Veriheal

AUGUST 3, 2021

Tom Wolf (D) was quoted as saying in an official press release: “It’s been five years since Pennsylvania legalized medical [cannabis], and in that time the Department of Health has examined the program’s successes and challenges and made important recommendations on improving the law. Pennsylvania’s Medical Cannabis Bill: About HB 1024 .

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 13, 2022

In 2021, the state was one of several to pass legalization legislation. In 2021, the state enacted the Cannabis Regulation Act, which legalized adult use of marijuana and set the mechanisms for licensing and regulation of the market ( NMSA 1978, §§ 26-2C-1 through 26-2C-42 ). The statute became law without a gubernatorial signature.

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 2, 2021

The SAFE Banking Act is back in Congress, and political momentum is swinging in favor of the cannabis industry’s need to normalize its relations with financial institutions. Here, we spoke with Safe Harbor Services Vice President Amanda McComb about some of the recent trends and changes that she’s seen in banking the cannabis industry.

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Cannabis Law Report

DECEMBER 4, 2021

And when the federal money’s gone, municipalities will need to find new revenue to pay for ongoing programs they funded with one-time aid. By 2030 sales should reach about $80 billion, the London-based bank estimates. California may bring in $1.7

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