Feds Defend Decision To Block Companies That Work With Marijuana Industry From Participating In Loan Program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is defending its decision to adopt a rule adding restrictions on companies that provide services to marijuana businesses, making it so participants in a particular government loan guarantee program are prohibited from receiving income from cannabis operations. After posting the finalized rule in October 2024—amending a guaranteed loan program […]
Mary Bailey Named Recipient of the 2025 DOPE® Award for Cannabis Justice Work
DOPE® is returning with a renewed purpose. High Times and Dope Magazine are relaunching the DOPE® program as an active cultural platform dedicated to community, recognition and cannabis justice. As part of this relaunch, DOPE® and High Timesare presenting the 2025 DOPE® Award, an honor given to individuals whose work reflects leadership, service and meaningful […]