Don't Call it a Compact: Part 2 | 7.12.22

Growing Forward: Cannabis and New Mexico

In our most recent episode, we explored the challenges Native American Tribes and Pueblos face when trying to get into the cannabis industry in New Mexico. Because the plant is still federally illegal, Sovereign Nations are finding creative ways to get in on the business, including the two intergovernmental agreements Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham recently signed with the Pojoaque and Picuris Pueblos. These agreements are different than the compacts that Tribal Governments often engage in for other businesses like casinos. The main difference is that the intergovernmental agreements do not include any revenue sharing with the state.

Last episode we talked about why Pojoaque Pueblo wanted to get into the business. This time, we turn to Picuris Pueblo, which has already had a series of headaches trying to navigate these tricky waters. Hosts Andy Lyman and Megan Kamerick learn about that history, and the Pueblo's plans now that it is armed with the intergovernmental agreement.

As usual, Andy also has more reporting on this and other topics over at NM Political Report. Here are just a couple we picked out for you, and remember that while you are there you can always hit the "donate now" button to help support our efforts here on Growing Forward.

Picuris Pueblo pot production uprooted

Bill would protect cannabis patients who live on federal trust land

Amended cannabis on Tribal Lands bill heads to the House

Episode Music:

Podington Bear - "Good Times"

Blue Dot Sessions - "Low Light Switch"

Blue Dot Sessions - "Sylvestor"

Christian Bjoerklund - "Hallon"

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