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Outdated state regulations are stifling the cannabis industry

A comprehensive reset of state regulations is essential to unlock the full potential of the burgeoning cannabis market.

News April 8
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DC cannabis store owner owes $930,000 in back taxes, indictment alleges

A Washington, D.C., marijuana dispensary owner faces 19 charges of failing to pay about $930,000 in federal income…

News March 11
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California bill would derail planned marijuana tax increase of up to 25%

A California lawmaker wants to cancel a scheduled increase in the state’s marijuana excise tax of nearly 25%…

News February 25
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Deal struck in bankruptcy of California marijuana operator Unrivaled Brands

Unrivaled Brands, a once-prominent subsidiary of California marijuana company Blüm Holdings, has reached a deal to settle litigation with…

News February 24
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Nebraska medical marijuana bills would allow vertical integration with license caps

Medical marijuana license caps, including no more than 10 vertically integrated businesses statewide, could be coming to Nebraska…

News January 24
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Canada’s cannabis industry prays for tax reform in federal budget

Canada's Liberal government unveils its 2024 budget on Tuesday, and the country's cannabis industry wants one thing above…

News April 15
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Opinion: Medical marijuana companies have stronger 280E argument

The $143 million question on every marijuana executive’s mind these days is: Should my MJ company consider filing…

News March 1
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Opinion: Cannabis companies should file amended tax returns to claim 280E refunds

Two legal cases have realistic chances of success, meaning cannabis operators should consider filing amended federal tax returns…

News January 26
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Ohio bill would allow municipalities to ban adult-use marijuana

An Ohio lawmaker has introduced a bill that would allow municipalities in the state to prohibit adult-use marijuana…

News November 30
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