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Another Maryland threat to bank partner model lending

CFPB Monitor

A Maryland administrative action recently removed to the state’s federal district court illustrates how Maryland law continues to present challenges for the bank partner structure used by many lenders. The new Maryland matter demonstrates that participants in bank model programs continue to face state licensing threats.

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SAFE Banking Act Gains Cannabis-Friendly Spotlight In Congressional Hearing

PYMNTS

But banks, credit unions and card networks shy away from that industry, despite its revenue potential, due to concerns about federal regulatory punishment. Such prohibition could involve limiting FDIC protections for those deposits, for example, or trying to prevent loans to those businesses. billion worth of legal cannabis products.

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SAFE Banking Act Gains Cannabis-Friendly Spotlight in Congressional Hearing

PYMNTS

But banks, credit unions and card networks — understandably —shy away from that industry despite its revenue potential due to concerns about federal regulatory punishment. Such prohibition could involve limiting FDIC protections for those deposits, for example, or trying to prevent loans to those businesses. Cash Dangers.

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