Advancing Indigenous Voices in the Cannabis Industry Graphic by The Indigenous Cannabis Industry Association (ICIA) With the emergence of the cannabis industry in the United States, The Indigenous Cannabis Industry Association (ICIA), aims to shift focus to tribal cannabis markets. As a non-profit organization, ICIA is dedicated to advocacy and empowerment of … [Read more...] about The Indigenous Cannabis Industry Association
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The Integration of Native American Tribes Into the Cannabis Industry
The American Family of Governments. Sourced from NCIA. The cannabis industry presents a unique economic opportunity to all varieties of people. However, to gain access to it, certain groups like Native American Tribes must overcome formidable obstacles. According to the National Congress of American Indians (NCAI), there are “574 federally recognized Indian Nations [...] … [Read more...] about The Integration of Native American Tribes Into the Cannabis Industry
Biden’s Plan for Federal Cannabis Reform
Cover Photo: Biden's plan for cannabis doesn't include federal legalization. Photo courtesy of Cannabis Health Insider. Cannabis lovers celebrating 4/20 last Tuesday received unfortunate news from the White House regarding federal cannabis legalization. Press secretary Jen Psaki declined to answer whether President Biden would sign a bill to federally legalize weed. … [Read more...] about Biden’s Plan for Federal Cannabis Reform
Veteran Denied Housing Over Legal Medical Cannabis use
When one Navy veteran started using legal medical cannabis, she never thought it would jeopardize her housing. Mary Cease, 69, moved to Indiana County, Pennsylvania, to escape domestic violence and seek federal housing assistance. When she arrived, Cease applied for a Section 8 housing voucher. But — after three appeals and an appearance in front of a panel of judges — … [Read more...] about Veteran Denied Housing Over Legal Medical Cannabis use
The SAFE Banking Act can aid the Cash-Only Industry
Cash-roll on cannabis. Photo Credits Christopher Jones Currently, cannabis remains illegal under federal law. As a result, financial institutions do not provide banking or transaction services for legal cannabis-related businesses. It leaves the cannabis industry to work on a cash-only basis. According to the American Bank Association (ABA), any cannabis business … [Read more...] about The SAFE Banking Act can aid the Cash-Only Industry
