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- U.S. Cannabis Law and Policy in 2026: Free Q&A Webinar, January 15 January 2, 2026Register here Webinar overview This webinar will feature Harris Sliwoski attorneys Jason Adelstone (Denver, CO) and Vince Sliwoski (Portland, OR). Jason and Vince will examine a pair of significant developments for federal cannabis law and policy in 2026. These developments are: 1) last month’s Executive Order from President Trump, to reschedule marijuana from Schedule I […]
- Oregon Cannabis: State of the State (2025) December 29, 2025Welcome to the 10th annual “State of the State” post on Oregon cannabis. A great many things have changed over the years, and I’m planning to write another lookback post soon. For now, though, let’s cover everything that happened in 2025—which is a lot. Sales and market data According to OLCC data, total sales from […]
- Happy Holidays from the Canna Law Blog December 24, 2025Wishing all of our readers, along with friends and families, the very best this holiday season. Whether you celebrate Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, Winter Solstice, Festivus, or something else, we hope you can kick back and enjoy this wonderful time of the year. The post Happy Holidays from the Canna Law Blog appeared first on Harris […]
- President Trump Issues Executive Order Directing the Attorney General to Reschedule Marijuana December 18, 2025What long resembled a Never Ending Story has finally reached a turning point. Today, President Trump signed an Executive Order directing the Attorney General to reschedule marijuana as a Schedule III substance under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). The signing and remarks can be viewed here. The order includes the following directives (as first reported […]
- Canna Provisions v. Bondi, R.I.P. December 17, 2025On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court denied certiorari in Canna Provisions, Inc. et al. v. Bondi, a high-profile lawsuit that challenged the constitutionality of the federal prohibition of intrastate (and not interstate) cannabis activity. The denial offered no reasoning; nor was it accompanied by dissents or concurrences from any of the justices—all of which is […]
- Closing Reflections on MJBizCon 2025 December 15, 2025Even with slightly lighter attendance at MjBizCon this year, the quality of conversations and the overall engagement felt stronger than ever. The insights, candor, and determination that filled the hallways and side events were a powerful reminder of why this industry keeps pushing forward despite constant headwinds. The event team delivered a well-run, thoughtful conference […]
- Is Marijuana Rescheduling Finally Happening? What to Know, Now. December 12, 2025Yesterday afternoon, the Washington Post and other sources reported that President Trump is expected to issue an executive order directing federal agencies to reclassify marijuana, to Schedule III. That’s some sexy reportage, although WaPo’s sources cautioned that “Trump could still change his mind” and “[a] White House official said no final decisions have been made […]
- Will the Feds Enforce the Ban on Intoxicating Hemp Products, and Seed Sales? December 10, 2025Last month, I gave my big-picture thoughts on the intoxicating hemp products ban under P.L. 119-37, concluding that enforcement was an open question. That question has started to pick up steam, particularly following a Congressional Research Service report published on December 3rd. The CRS report provides: …it remains unclear if and how federal law enforcement […]
- Jason Adelstone Presents at MJBizCon This Wednesday December 1, 2025We’re excited to announce that Harris Sliwoski attorney Jason Adelstone will speak at MJBizCon in Las Vegas this Wednesday, December 3, joining the industry’s largest global gathering of cannabis entrepreneurs, investors, operators, and policymakers. Jason is widely regarded for his expertise in the complex interplay between international drug treaties and domestic cannabis legalization. At MJBizCon, […]
- Happy Thanksgiving from The Canna Law Blog November 27, 2025From all of us at the Canna Law Blog, Happy Thanksgiving! May your day be filled with good food, great company, and the seeds of prosperity for the coming year. The post Happy Thanksgiving from The Canna Law Blog appeared first on Harris Sliwoski LLP.
Cannabis Industry Journal
- While Everyone Waits for 280E Relief, Smart Cannabis CEOs Are Creating Their Own January 9, 2026ESOPS deliver liquidity, potential deferral of capital gains for the seller, powerful company-level tax benefits, and zero federal and state income tax when 100% ESOP-owned, so cash flow rises. The post While Everyone Waits for 280E Relief, Smart Cannabis CEOs Are Creating Their Own appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
- This Company Wants Your Dirty Grow Air Filters January 8, 2026As the industry inches toward rescheduling and ultimately descheduling, GMP-certified facilities will be required, and with that comes clean-air filtration. The post This Company Wants Your Dirty Grow Air Filters appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
- The Hidden Costs of Getting HR Wrong in Cannabis Startups January 8, 2026When small mistakes turn into big bills The post The Hidden Costs of Getting HR Wrong in Cannabis Startups appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
- Cannabis Seeds Could Be The Next Frontier For Space AgTech January 5, 2026It's not as far out as you think. The post Cannabis Seeds Could Be The Next Frontier For Space AgTech appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
- How Tissue Culture Is Advancing Cannabis Genetics and Global Expansion January 3, 2026Tissue culture is emerging as a critical tool in modern cultivation, enabling breeders and cultivators to advance disease-free genetics, consistency, cost efficiency, and scalable production. The post How Tissue Culture Is Advancing Cannabis Genetics and Global Expansion appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
- 2026 Trends in Cannabis Labeling December 30, 2025The most successful organizations will modernize their labeling workflows by focusing on three key areas: traceability, sustainability, and compliant yet compelling design. The post 2026 Trends in Cannabis Labeling appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
- Cannabis Payments in 2026: Why Technology Will Move Faster Than Congress December 22, 2025Digital payments with affordable processing are something sought by the cannabis industry since its inception. The time is now for retailers and operators to access this critical business tool. The post Cannabis Payments in 2026: Why Technology Will Move Faster Than Congress appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
- $1.3 Billion/Month Later: What Cannabis Banking Has Really Taught Us December 19, 2025Green Check Verified says cannabis banking already works. It’s safe, compliant, and scalable when structured correctly. What regulators and policymakers often underestimate is how much of this progress has happened under existing frameworks. The post $1.3 Billion/Month Later: What Cannabis Banking Has Really Taught Us appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
- Excerpts From President Trumps Historic Executive Order December 19, 2025Below are excerpts from the conversation at the White House press conference where President Trump signed an Executive Order to move marijuana from a Schedule 1 controlled drug to Schedule III. President Trump: Well, it was a big day, and many reasons, really, for many reasons, and I have a very distinguished group of people… […]
- Trump Reschedules Cannabis! December 18, 2025Experts weigh in on the President's executive order. The post Trump Reschedules Cannabis! appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
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