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Cannabis Rescheduling Opens the Door to Federal Tax Relief and R&D Tax Credits

A recent shift in federal policy materially changes how certain cannabis businesses should evaluate their Research and Development (R&D) Tax Credit position. On April 22, 2026, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) issued a final order rescheduling specific cannabis products from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act. This change applies primarily to…

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Cannabis Valuation Techniques: 2026 Update on Rescheduling, Banking Reform and Market Challenges

The cannabis industry is entering a transformative phase following President Donald Trump’s December 18, 2025, executive order directing the rescheduling of cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act. This move signals a major shift in federal policy, creating significant opportunities for operators and investors while introducing new complexities. Rescheduling has…

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A New Era for Cannabis: Executive Order Launches Path to Schedule III

On December 18, 2025, President Trump signed an Executive Order directing the Attorney General to expedite rescheduling marijuana to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act. This marks a historic shift in federal policy and sets the stage for significant changes in research, compliance and taxation. Key Points from the Executive Order What This Means…

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A Roadmap to Success: M&A and Capital Strategies for Cannabis Businesses

The cannabis industry continues evolving at a breakneck pace, presenting challenges and opportunities for businesses seeking growth, investment and strategic exits. Let’s discuss the critical factors shaping the cannabis capital markets – and strategies companies can leverage to thrive.  A Resilient but Challenging Market The cannabis industry is experiencing a significant transformation in its capital…

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Wendy Heiss Joins Withum’s National Cannabis Practice as Partner

Withum welcomes Wendy Heiss as a partner in its Cannabis Practice to expand cannabis accounting and business advisory services for the firm. I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to bring my knowledge in the cannabis marketplace to a recognized player in this space. Heiss brings 20 years of public accounting and auditing experience, eight primarily…

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Case Study: A Fast and Transformative Transition from QuickBooks to Sage Intacct in the Cannabis Industry

How a Growing Cannabis Organization Streamlined Financial Reporting with Intacct Case Brief A rapidly growing company in the cannabis industry needed to scale its financial management capabilities beyond QuickBooks’s limitations. Partnering with Withum, this organization transitioned from QuickBooks to Sage Intacct, a cloud-based ERP system known for its robust multi-entity and intercompany functionalities and dimension-based…

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