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Banking Access for Legal Cannabis and Hemp Businesses

This Act aims to enhance public safety by ensuring access to financial services for legitimate cannabis and hemp-related businesses. By doing so, these businesses can reduce their reliance on cash, thereby mitigating crime risks. Banks and insurers will be protected from penalties for providing services to these businesses, making it easier for them to operate.
Key points
Banks and financial institutions will not be penalized for providing services to legitimate cannabis and hemp businesses operating under state law.
These businesses will gain easier access to bank accounts, loans, and insurance, reducing their reliance on cash and increasing safety.
New rules for reporting suspicious transactions by banks are introduced to facilitate services for legal cannabis businesses.
The Act mandates reporting and studies on financial service access for minority and women-owned cannabis businesses to promote diversity.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_910
Sponsor: Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]
Process start date: 2021-03-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SAFE Banking Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_910.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Banks and financial institutions will not be penalized for providing services to legitimate cannabis and hemp businesses operating under state law.
  • These businesses will gain easier access to bank accounts, loans, and insurance, reducing their reliance on cash and increasing safety.
  • New rules for reporting suspicious transactions by banks are introduced to facilitate services for legal cannabis businesses.
  • The Act mandates reporting and studies on financial service access for minority and women-owned cannabis businesses to promote diversity.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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