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Mastercard Considers Suspending Cannabis Purchases with Debit Cards in the US

Lisa Sean Published July 27, 2023
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The cannabis industry in the United States has faced yet another setback as Mastercard, a leading remittance-processing corporation, is contemplating suspending its service allowing cannabis purchases through debit cards. In response to the federal ban on marijuana sales, Mastercard has requested payment firms in the country to cease accepting transactions for legal cannabis purchases. This move poses a significant challenge to the cannabis industry, which already struggles with limited access to mainstream financial services due to the drug’s illegal status at the federal level.

Cannabis Payments Restricted to Cash Only:

Despite the legalization of medicinal and recreational use in 38 states, consumers are restricted to cash payments when purchasing cannabis products. This limitation has created difficulties for businesses and consumers alike, who are seeking easier and safer payment methods for their legal cannabis purchases.

Mastercard’s Investigation and Decision:

Reports of certain shops accepting debit card transactions for cannabis purchases prompted Mastercard to conduct an investigation into the matter. In line with federal law, which classifies cannabis sales as illegal, the company decided to take action. A spokesperson for Mastercard explained that the federal government’s stance on cannabis made it clear that such purchases were not permitted on their systems. Consequently, the corporation directed financial institutions offering payment services to cannabis merchants to terminate these activities promptly.

Mastercard’s decision has been met with criticism from figures within the cannabis industry. Brady Cobb, CEO of Sunburn Cannabis, voiced his disapproval, emphasizing that the move is another blow to the state-legal cannabis industry and the consumers seeking legal access to cannabis products.

Advocates of marijuana legalization have called for reforms to facilitate the sales of legal cannabis. They are actively engaging in dialogue with elected officials and stakeholders to promote a safer and more accessible environment for the growing cannabis market.

One significant reform that could aid the cannabis industry’s integration into mainstream banking services is the SAFE Banking Act. This legislation aims to improve access to financial services for cannabis businesses. However, Republican Senator John Cornyn has expressed doubts about the bill’s passage, referring to Majority Leader Chuck Schumer’s plan as “wishful thinking.”

The cannabis industry faces a challenging road ahead as Mastercard’s potential suspension of cannabis purchases through debit cards adds another layer of complexity. The industry’s growth and progress toward financial inclusion hinge on legislative reforms that address the conflict between federal and state laws regarding cannabis. With continued advocacy and dialogue, stakeholders hope for positive changes that will create a safer and more accessible environment for legal cannabis transactions.

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