Marijuana Banking news and trends

Cannabis Bill Backer Sees New Hope For Passage
Banking // July 26, 2022

The main sponsor of a law that would protect banks that do business with cannabis companies from the penalties of federal regulators said there’s new hope for the bill. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

Sessions Facing Pushback For Strict Pot Laws By Banking Industry
Bank Regulation // June 18, 2018

Attorney Jeff Sessions’ strict stance on marijuana companies is facing pushback from the nation’s banks, which are stepping up their lobbying efforts to get more lenient plans. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

Congress Receives Petition To Make Cannabis Banking Legal
Legal // January 17, 2018

Congress has a new petition to review: This one is from a bipartisan group of 18 attorneys general from states that have legalized recreational and medical marijuana and would like access to banking in the industry. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

NACHA Talks Faster Payments, CLEARR Act And APIs At Capitol Hill Day
Bank Regulation // July 03, 2017

Earlier this month, NACHA–The Electronic Payments Association sent its Government Relations Advisory Group on its annual pilgrimage to Capitol Hill. The purpose of Capitol Hill Day is to provide updates and continued education to Congressional representatives and staff regarding the ACH Network, payments, and the...

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Marijuana Banking, Cryptocurrency Regulation May Be Combined Into Single Bill

April 15, 2024
Proposed rules for marijuana banking and cryptocurrency regulation may be combined into a single bill. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive […]

Cannabis Bill Backer Sees New Hope For Passage

July 26, 2022
The main sponsor of a law that would protect banks that do business with cannabis companies from the penalties of federal regulators said there’s new hope for the bill. Get...

Sessions Facing Pushback For Strict Pot Laws By Banking Industry

June 18, 2018
Attorney Jeff Sessions’ strict stance on marijuana companies is facing pushback from the nation’s banks, which are stepping up their lobbying efforts to get more lenient plans. Get the Full Story...

Congress Receives Petition To Make Cannabis Banking Legal

January 17, 2018
Congress has a new petition to review: This one is from a bipartisan group of 18 attorneys general from states that have legalized recreational and medical marijuana and would like...