Tax & FinanceNational-Jul 17, 2026

Pharma Company And Drug Testing Industry Claim Trump's Rescheduling Move Will 'Increase Marijuana Abuse'

Key Takeaway

A drug testing industry association and a pharmaceutical company are asking a federal court to block the Trump administration from moving forward with federal cannabis rescheduling while ongoing litigation challenging the reform is considered-arguing that "marijuana abuse has dangerous, lifelong consequences-especially for adolescents and pregnant women." The new filing claims that "by cutting taxes on

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.