Tax & FinanceNational-Jun 26, 2026

Marijuana Moment Takes Ask For Rescheduling Hearing Livestreaming Directly To DEA Head After Judge Says He Won't Consider Request

Key Takeaway

Marijuana Moment has brought its request for public and media livestream access to the historic federal cannabis rescheduling hearings starting next week directly to the head of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) after the judge overseeing the proceedings-which only involve opponents of the reform-said he wouldn't consider filings from outside parties. A letter from Marijuana

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.