Congressman Ed Perlmutter and the SAFE Banking Act
Jonathan Miller interviews Congressman Morgan Griffith (D-CO), who has served as the lead sponsor of the SAFE Banking Act, which would enable hemp and cannabis businesses to better access financial institutions. Jonathan and the Congressman discuss the legislation and efforts to get it past the finish line before Perlmutter retires at the end of the year. If you have questions about the episode or ideas for Hemp related topics, email us at hemplegallyspeaking@fbtlaw.com.
Hemp Industry Episode Resources:
Host: Jonathan Miller
Guest: Congressman Ed Perlmutter
Blog: Hemp Legally Speaking
Hemp Industry questions covered in the episode:
Host: Jonathan Miller
Guest: Congressman Ed Perlmutter
Blog: Hemp Legally Speaking
Hemp Industry questions covered in the episode:
- What kinds of problems are hemp and cannabis businesses facing when it comes to banking and financial transactions?
- What is the SAFE Banking Act and how would it assist hemp and cannabis farmers and businesses?
- What are the special hemp provisions that were developed in conjunction with Congressman Andy Barr (R-KY)
- How does the legislation advantage small and minority-owned businesses?
- What are the prospects of passage of SAFE Banking and what can supporters do to help?