Tag: CBT > State by State: D.C.

Cannabis Excise Tax

These 23 States, DC Collected $2.9 Billion in Cannabis Excise Tax Revenue in 2023

While Washington levies the highest excise tax rate in the nation, its cannabis revenue didn’t represent the highest percent of its total state tax revenue.

April 4, 2024

Legislation and Regulation

Schumer Says He’ll ‘Turn’ to Cannabis Banking Bill Soon

The U.S. Senate majority leader mentioned the SAFER Banking Act among a short list of legislative priorities this year.

March 7, 2024

Legislation and Regulation

Biden Reaffirms Cannabis Stance During Campaign Stop

The president said he’s kept his promise on reform during a political event at South Carolina’s First-in-the-Nation dinner.

January 29, 2024

Beyond the Show

Beyond the Show: Rafi Aliya Crockett

Washington, D.C., is making moves to broaden access to cannabis, but it certainly hasn't been easy. Here's what we can learn from the District.

May 12, 2023

D.C.

New Law Allows DC’s Cannabis ‘Gifting’ Retailers to Obtain Medical Cannabis Licenses

The Medical Cannabis Amendment Act of 2021, which took effect last month, eliminates the cap on the number of dispensaries in the district, allowing unlicensed shops to apply for licenses.

April 3, 2023

D.C.

Biden Grants 6 Full Pardons Ahead of 2023

The president’s clemency recipient list now includes two more individuals with cannabis-related convictions.

January 2, 2023

Legislation and Regulation

Senator Files PREPARE Act to Smooth Way for Federal Legalization

The legislation’s sponsors intend to lay the groundwork for developing a regulatory framework ahead of nationwide cannabis reform.

December 2, 2022

Legislation and Regulation

UPDATED: President Biden Signs Bipartisan Cannabis Research Bill

The legislation cleared its final congressional hurdle with a voice vote last month in the Senate, paving way for researchers to fully study the impacts of cannabis use.

December 2, 2022

Legislation and Regulation

Texas Congressman Compares ‘In It To Make Money’ Cannabis Industry to Slavery; Alabama Mayor Takes Issue

Rep. Pete Sessions’ comment came during a House subcommittee hearing on federal cannabis reform; Mayor Randall Woodfin called it offensive.

November 16, 2022

Legislation and Regulation

Witnesses Stress Need For Cannabis Descheduling, Uniform Regulation at US House Hearing on Federal Reform

Cannabis advocates say that through federal reform, the U.S. government can work to ensure a thriving industry, social equity and justice in communities of color, treatment for veterans with PTSD and more while reducing the illicit market.

November 15, 2022

Legislation and Regulation

DC Mayor Signs Bill to Allow Tourists to Self-Certify as Medical Cannabis Patients

The move follows legislation that Mayor Muriel Bowser signed into law in July that allows D.C. residents 21 and older to self-certify their eligibility for the district’s medical cannabis program.

October 21, 2022

D.C.

Industry Veteran Deborah Johnson Takes Reins at Council for Federal Cannabis Regulation

Sarah Chase, CFCR’s founding executive director, steps down.

October 17, 2022