Welcome to the Green Rush, a weekly conversation at the intersection of cannabis, psychedelics, the capital markets, and culture, produced by KCSA Podcast Labs.

Today, we sat down with returning guest Adam Smith, Founder and President of Alliance for Sensible Markets to discuss the news that Vice President Kamala Harris will be rolling out her plan for cannabis legalization. Adam is a longtime activist in the industry, primarily working behind the scenes to develop, draft, and lobby for the passage of cannabis bills at both the state and federal levels. Adam conceptualized, co-wrote, and championed Oregon’s landmark 2019 interstate commerce law (on which the 2023 Washington law was also based) and helped write and advocated for California’s 2022 interstate law. His expertise and influence have been instrumental in shaping the legal landscape of cannabis in the United States.

During our conversation, Adam will share his unique insights on Vice President Harris’s upcoming legalization plan, analyzing its potential impact on the industry, the economy, and society at large. We’ll explore the intricate details of the proposal, discuss possible challenges and opportunities, and examine how this federal initiative might interact with existing state laws.

So don’t sit back, lean forward and enjoy!

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Other Links/Mentions:

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• Alliance for Sensible Markets: https://www.sensiblemarkets.org/ 
  
• Marijuana Moment article https://www.marijuanamoment.net/kamala-harris-rolls-out-marijuana-legalization-plan-pledging-to-make-it-the-law-of-the-land/ 
  

Show Credits:

This episode was hosted by Anne Donohoe and Lewis Goldberg (who still has a bet with Adam!) of KCSA Strategic Communications. 

Special thanks to our Program Director, Shea Gunther, and Executive Producer, Maria Petsanas.

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