US federal cannabis reform outlook: Progress expected in 2020, but distractions, high hurdles persist

President Trump’s impeachment trial, the upcoming elections, Iran and trade wars. That’s a lot of distractions for federal lawmakers, and they represent some of the big reasons why many experts suggest major cannabis reform at the federal level is dead for 2020. But is it?

Several states could legalize cannabis sales in 2020 as marijuana industry eyes lucrative East Coast market

Up to a dozen states could legalize adult-use or medical marijuana in 2020 through their legislatures or ballot measures, although only about a handful will likely do so.

Banking on Reform