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- CBD, Medicare, and the New FDA Enforcement Memo April 3, 2026We got a new FDA cannabis enforcement memo on Wednesday, April 1, regarding “hemp-derived CBD research in medical research models.” The general thrust is FDA’s assurance that it won’t interfere with a new federal initiative, which covers up to $500 of hemp-derived products for eligible Medicare patients. That initiative is called the Substance Access Beneficiary […]
- Jason Adelstone to Moderate Compliance and Enforcement Panel at Industrial Hemp International Conference March 25, 2026Harris Sliwoski LLP attorney Jason Adelstone will be moderating a panel at the upcoming Industrial Hemp International Conference and Trade Show, in Denver, Colorado. Jason will be joined on the panel by attorney David Sergi and political consultant Kevin Lampe. Their session, “Legal Reality Check: Cannabinoids, Compliance, and Enforcement in a Shifting U.S. Landscape,” will […]
- Oregon’s New Cannabis Laws: 2026 Edition March 12, 2026Sine die came for Oregon’s 2026 legislative session last Friday, March 6th. I previewed the roster of cannabis bills in play back on February 12th. Two of them passed; two of them failed. Below is a recap of the action, with links to each bill in the headers. HB 4139 (FAILED) This was the session’s […]
- What the 2026 Federal Hemp Ban Means for Unsold Hemp Inventory February 25, 2026Most commentary on the “hemp ban” included in the November funding bill has focused on two related questions: (1) which products and activities may become unlawful on November 12, 2026; and (2) whether Congress will materially amend or delay the ban before then. I recently discussed another consequence operators should be considering as the deadline […]
- IRC 280E Still Applies to Your Marijuana Business, Unfortunately February 24, 2026In the last year or two, we have seen a growing number of marijuana businesses take the position that IRC 280E no longer applies to them. Some of these businesses have taken that position in consultation with lawyers and CPAs. This shift in strategy predates Trump’s Executive Order of December 18, 2025, to reschedule marijuana […]
- Oregon Cannabis 2026: Legislative Forecast and Report February 12, 2026Oregon’s 2026 legislative session began last week on February 2. The biennial “short session” will last but 35 days, and focus on budget shortfalls, transportation and housing—which is to say that cannabis is not a priority. That said, of the 300 or so introduced bills, there are four cannabis-related submissions. That’s where I come in. […]
- Jersey (Territory) Cannabis Reform Proposals: What Could Have Been, and What May Be–After The Election February 10, 2026Earlier this month, the Bailiwick of Jersey appeared poised to take a measured, evidence-based step toward re-examining its approach to non-medical cannabis. Three reform proposals put forward by Tom Binet, Minister for Health and Social Services, were expected to be debated by the States Assembly of Jersey on February 3, 2026. That debate has now […]
- 15 Years Lawyering in Oregon Cannabis, and Beyond February 6, 2026Last month, we hosted a webinar on federal cannabis law and policy in 2026. While things are not where we’d like them to be, it’s amazing to consider everything that has happened over the years. From a lawyering perspective, it’s almost unbelievable. I have worked as a business lawyer in the cannabis industry for over […]
- The November 12 Cliff: How the Hemp Ban Threatens Bankruptcy Eligibility February 2, 2026Most commentary on the “hemp ban” included in the November funding bill has focused on two, related considerations: (1) which products and activities will become unlawful on November 12, 2026, and (2) whether Congress will materially amend, or delay, the ban before then. While that focus is understandable, it overlooks a critical, and more immediate, […]
- Federal Cannabis Law and Policy in 2026: Watch the Webinar Replay January 26, 2026U.S. federal cannabis law is at a pivotal moment heading into 2026. In a January 15th webinar, attorneys Jason Adelstone and Vince Sliwoski examined two major federal developments that are poised to reshape the industry: the Executive Order directing the rescheduling of marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act, and new Congressional legislation redefining “hemp,” effective […]
Cannabis Industry Journal
- Bipartisan Cannabis Bill to Provide Access to Lending Services, Investments, and Grants for State-Legal American Businesses March 25, 2026This legislation will allow state-legal American cannabis companies, including small, minority, and veteran-owned businesses, the ability to access critical lending and investment opportunities currently available to other domestic and regulated industries. The post Bipartisan Cannabis Bill to Provide Access to Lending Services, Investments, and Grants for State-Legal American Businesses appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
- What MJ Unpacked Reveals About Cannabis in 2026 March 23, 2026A glance at the agenda for the upcoming MJ Unpacked show in Atlantic City, kicking off May 5, offers insights into the industry's current challenges as we move through 2026. The post What MJ Unpacked Reveals About Cannabis in 2026 appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
- The Third Exit Path for Cannabis Founders March 23, 2026For many cannabis founders, the exit problem is not finding the right buyer. It is that there are barely any buyers at all. The post The Third Exit Path for Cannabis Founders appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
- An MSO’s Perspective on the New York Market March 19, 2026At the recent Business of Cannabis event in New York, Robert Sciarrone, Chief Revenue Officer at Curaleaf, shared an MSO's insider view on why he believes New York is poised to become the best cannabis market on the planet. The post An MSO’s Perspective on the New York Market appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
- Why Cannabis Businesses Are Turning to Captive Insurance for Better Coverage March 19, 2026Large corporations have quietly and effectively used captive insurance for decades. If you’re paying significant annual premiums and not getting full value, it’s worth the conversation. The post Why Cannabis Businesses Are Turning to Captive Insurance for Better Coverage appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
- Operating in the Missouri Market with Curio Wellness March 18, 2026Missouri has quietly built one of the country’s more successful adult-use cannabis markets since launching recreational sales in 2023. The post Operating in the Missouri Market with Curio Wellness appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
- How Cannabis Brands Plan To Drive Retail Sales in 2026 March 16, 2026Retailers and brands weigh in on best tactics. The post How Cannabis Brands Plan To Drive Retail Sales in 2026 appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
- Are Acidic Cannabinoids the Next Frontier for Product Innovation? March 13, 2026As extraction technologies improve and stabilization techniques advance, acidic cannabinoids may represent one of the most promising frontiers in cannabis product innovation. The post Are Acidic Cannabinoids the Next Frontier for Product Innovation? appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
- The Case For Cannabis Telemedicine: Can it Work in the US? March 12, 2026A Look at the Bloomwell Group's German Business Model The post The Case For Cannabis Telemedicine: Can it Work in the US? appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
- The Power of AI and How it Will Transform Cannabis Medicine March 11, 2026Cannabis medicine is about to move beyond today’s trial-and-error approach toward more personalized, precise treatments The post The Power of AI and How it Will Transform Cannabis Medicine appeared first on Cannabis Industry Journal.
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