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Cannabis Rescheduling

Biden’s Failed Actions on Cannabis Issues ‘Borders on Political Malpractice,’ Lawmaker Says

Rep. Earl Blumenauer asked Health Secretary Xavier Becerra to relay his concerns on cannabis reform to the president during a committee hearing.

March 22, 2024

Cannabis Rescheduling

Is Cannabis in Schedule I or V? HHS Secretary Forgets

U.S. Health Secretary Xavier Becerra couldn’t remember the plant’s classification during a subcommittee hearing on his department’s budget request, during which a dispute over HHS’ rescheduling recommendation arose.

March 20, 2024

Cannabis Rescheduling

DEA’s 5-Factor Test Makes Rescheduling Cannabis Impossible

After HHS used its own two-part test to determine the plant’s ‘currently accepted medical use,’ rescheduling opponents urge DEA to keep its five-part test.

March 19, 2024

Federal Cannabis Legalization

36 US House Democrats Urge Biden to Grant Cannabis Clemency For Thousands

Congressional Cannabis Caucus co-chairs Barbara Lee and Earl Blumenauer spearheaded a letter asking for those currently incarcerated to be released.

March 14, 2024

Cannabis Rescheduling

Biden 1st President to Mention ‘Marijuana’ During SOTU Since Reagan

Cannabis advocates clash on the significance of Biden’s call for cannabis reform during his 2024 State of the Union Address.

March 8, 2024

Cannabis Rescheduling

'Deschedule or Do Nothing:' Drug Policy Alliance Says Rescheduling Cannabis Would Not End Criminalization

Drug Policy Alliance and representatives from other cannabis organizations and businesses explained the limitations and potential harms of relisting cannabis as a Schedule III drug from Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act in a special virtual press briefing.

March 1, 2024

Cannabis Business Financial Report

Trulieve Reports Receiving Refund For 280E Taxes Paid

The multistate cannabis company, as noted in its 2023 financial report and earnings call, says it received $113 million of the more than $174 million it requested in combined amended state and federal tax returns.

February 29, 2024

South Carolina

Jamaica’s THC Exports to United States Leads CBT’s Most Popular Articles in February

Rescheduling, state legalization prospects, and Lume’s rapid rise in Michigan also ranked in Cannabis Business Times’ top 10 stories this month.

February 29, 2024

Regulations and Reform

DOJ Declines to Address Media Inquiry on Cannabis Rescheduling, Points to 2020 Resource Guide

A Department of Justice spokesperson said the government has nothing further to provide beyond its confirmation of review.

February 27, 2024

Cannabis Rescheduling

Former Police Chiefs, Prosecutors, Correctional Officials Urge Biden to Reschedule Cannabis

Officials who dedicated their careers to protecting public safety and reducing unnecessary arrests say cannabis prohibition has become problematic.

February 22, 2024

International

Behind DEA’s 1975 Admission That Rescheduling Cannabis Does Not Violate International Treaty

The DEA’s refusal to reschedule cannabis nearly 50 years ago derived from HHS predecessor’s failure to recognize its medical value, not a 1961 treaty.

February 22, 2024

Nevada

US Senator Says ‘Congress Has Failed’ to Keep Up on Cannabis Reform

Sen. Jacky Rosen said Nevada’s economy and small businesses have benefited from legalization.

February 19, 2024