Tax & FinanceNational-Aug 25, 2026

Reports Of Increases In Problematic Cannabis Use Don't Mean We Should Return To Prohibition (Op-Ed)

Key Takeaway

"A free society should be capable of learning to live with potentially risky substances without the government banning them." By Jeffrey A. Singer, Cato Institute As a physician, I don't dismiss recent reports of increases in problematic cannabis use. But we should avoid letting them trigger another drug-war moral panic. Cannabis use has increased as

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.