S 910 SAFE Banking Act of 2021 Secure And Fair Enforcement Banking Act of 2021

Explanation of the Bill in Layman's Terms:

This bill, known as the "SAFE Banking Act of 2021," aims to create protections for financial institutions that provide services to businesses involved in the cannabis industry. It is intended to increase public safety by allowing legitimate cannabis businesses and service providers access to banking services, reducing the reliance on cash transactions at these establishments.

The bill prohibits federal banking regulators from penalizing or discouraging depository institutions from providing financial services to cannabis-related businesses and service providers. It also addresses reporting requirements for suspicious activities related to cannabis businesses, guidelines for conducting examinations, and diversity and inclusion reporting.

Furthermore, the bill extends these protections to businesses involved in the hemp industry, ensuring they have access to banking services similar to cannabis-related businesses.

Overall, the bill seeks to promote financial inclusivity and safety for cannabis and hemp-related businesses while addressing potential barriers they face in accessing traditional banking services.