Tax & FinanceNational-Apr 23, 2026

Federal Marijuana Rescheduling Announced By Department Of Justice, Months After Trump Executive Order

Key Takeaway

The Trump administration is officially moving ahead with the federal reclassification of marijuana. More than four months after President Donald Trump signed an executive order directing the Department of Justice to expeditiously finish the process of moving cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA), Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche […] The post Federal Marijuana Rescheduling Announced By Department Of Justice, Months After Trump Executive Order appeared first on Marijuana Moment.

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.

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