Why the Cannabis Industry Should Be Relieved the DEA Didn’t Reschedule
Rescheduling cannabis would have dramatically increased costs for smaller players, potentially pushing them out of business.
The DEA’s Scheduling Decision: What Does It Mean?
We've boiled it down to the basics.
DEA Scheduling Decision Will Kill the ‘Not Enough Research’ Excuse
The DEA’s announcement that it will remove a major roadblock to cannabis research could spur broader scientific study of a drug already being used to treat conditions in 25 states.
Here’s Why the DEA Will Never Reschedule Cannabis
Restricting cannabis as a Schedule I drug is morally indefensible. It’s time to rethink the lack of wisdom of our scheduling system.
Cannabis Tax Attorney: Here’s What to Do If the DEA Reschedules
A tax attorney addresses cannabis business professionals' concerns about claims that the DEA plans to reclassify cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule II.
DEA Official Pumps Brakes on Cannabis Rescheduling Announcement
Despite widely circulated media reports that the DEA is planning to effectively legalize medical cannabis this August, a DEA official said no definite decision has been made.
What Would Actually Happen if the DEA Rescheduled Cannabis?
Last month the DEA quietly announced it would make a determination on whether to reschedule cannabis. How likely would a rescheduling be, and what would it mean for the industry?
The Shake: California’s Golden Opportunity for Legalization
Canadian cities launch dispensary crackdowns, Chris Christie throws a cannabis tantrum, and Washington tells kids to "Listen2YourSelfie."
The Shake: Denver Has Growhouse Brokers, and Miami Cops Bust Man with Majestic Half-Beard
Legalization advocates are at the White House today, a Utah study shows further potential for cannabis epilepsy treatment, and seriously, this guy's beard.
White House to Meet Today with D.C. Legalization Advocates
A pair of activists will argue during the meeting on Monday that the Obama administration should remove cannabis from a list of dangerous substances that includes heroin and cocaine.
DEA to Make Rescheduling Decision Later This Year
The DEA will decide this year whether to reschedule cannabis. Which way is the agency leaning? It won't say.
Obama’s Supreme Court Pick: The One Thing We Know About Merrick Garland and Cannabis
There's not much to go on when it comes to guessing how Obama's SCOTUS nominee might rule on cannabis.
Obama Punts on Cannabis Reform
Really putting the lame in “lame duck,” Obama says he doesn't intend to push for cannabis reform during his remaining time in office.
Cancer Sucks and Cannabis Can Help – If the Feds Would Let It
The American Cancer Society estimates that this year, there will be nearly 1.7 million new cancer cases diagnosed and close to 600,000 deaths, which is why we need more cannabis research.
FDA Weighs in on Rescheduling Cannabis
Health officials' advice to the DEA could be exciting news, except for one thing: We still don’t know what it says.