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Happy New Year! Here's what's defining today's cannabis headlines.

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Your MJBiz Factbook stat of the day:

• Legal U.S. cannabis sales are projected to exceed $40 billion by 2026, up from roughly $32 billion in 2024, signaling continued top-line growth despite operational pressure.

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F E A T U R E D  S T O R Y

Is 280E tax relief immediate? Your top marijuana rescheduling questions answered

Marijuana rescheduling is historic, but it's not instant and it's not simple. From whether 280E tax relief applies in 2025 to how long Schedule 3 could actually take, confusion and misinformation are spreading fast across the industry. MJBizDaily breaks down what's real, what's speculation and what operators should not do next.

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What This Means For You

• Operators: 280E relief is not here yet and filing as if it is could trigger IRS scrutiny.
• Consumers: Rescheduling does not change how or where cannabis is sold today and state regulated dispensaries remain the status quo for the foreseeable future.
• Investors: Schedule 3 momentum signals long term regulatory progress, but timelines remain uncertain and legal challenges could delay financial upside.
• Policymakers: President Donald Trump's executive order increases pressure on federal agencies and Congress, but lasting change, especially around hemp, still requires legislative action.

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• Credit cards, advertising and more: Cannabis rescheduling means business opportunities. Read story >

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