SEC cannabis equity efforts support people and communities harmed by cannabis criminalization. These efforts lower barriers to the cannabis industry for those hit hardest by the War on Drugs.
Supporting the development of an equitable cannabis economy by giving much-needed capital to minority-owned and controlled cannabis firms that have been granted licenses to operate in cities around the country.
How do we support Social Equity & Minority Cannabis Businesses?
- Provide low-interest forgivable loans through its Social Equity Cannabis Loan Program.
- Provide legal assistance, technical assistance, loan application support and individualized support to social equity licensees.
- Provide access to low-interest loans for starting and operating a cannabis-related business.