Tax & FinanceNational-Jun 10, 2026

Federal Employees Couldn't Get Medical Marijuana Covered By Workers' Comp Under Bill Advancing In Congress

Key Takeaway

A powerful congressional committee has voted to prevent federal employees from having medical marijuana covered under their workers' compensation programs-regardless of the Trump administration's move to reschedule cannabis. On Tuesday, the House Appropriations Committee approved a Fiscal Year 2027 bill covering Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies (Labor-HHS) in a vote of

What This Means for Cannabis Businesses

Tax developments like this directly impact the bottom line for every cannabis operator. With Section 280E creating effective tax rates above 70% for many businesses, any shift in federal tax policy - whether through rescheduling, court rulings, or IRS guidance - can mean the difference between profitability and closure. Cannabis business owners should work closely with a specialized CPA to understand how these changes affect their specific situation.

This analysis is based on reporting by Marijuana Moment. Read the original article. CannaBizGuide provides original commentary and analysis - this is not legal or tax advice.