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Authored by NCIA’s Policy Council and member committees, NCIA’s Industry Reports provide accurate, expert insights and research into different issues, trends and challenges impacting our industry.

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NCIA Public Comment on Proposed Rule to Reclassify Marijuana to Schedule III

After nearly two years of administrative processes, the Department of Justice (DOJ) recently proposed a rule to reschedule marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). The rescheduling of a controlled substance follows a formal rulemaking procedure that requires notice to the public, an opportunity for comment, and an administrative […]
Navigating the Future of Cannabinoid Regulation: Balancing Safety, Innovation, and Consumer Access Position Paper
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Navigating the Future of Cannabinoid Regulation: Balancing Safety, Innovation, and Consumer Access Position Paper

The National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA) invites industry owners, operators, regulators, and elected officials to download our latest position paper on cannabinoid regulation. With over 100 different cannabinoids found in cannabis, nuanced and thoughtful policy considerations are crucial for shaping a safe and thriving industry. Our position paper delves into the complexities of cannabinoid production, […]
Three Things Regulators and Policymakers Can Do to Undercut Criminal Markets and Support Legal Main Street Cannabis Businesses
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Three Things Regulators and Policymakers Can Do to Undercut Criminal Markets and Support Legal Main Street Cannabis Businesses

The simple truth is that regulated cannabis markets are not working for the vast majority of small businesses, including equity businesses. Regulators increasingly understand that these businesses are struggling, but face the daunting challenge of knowing where to start with the many, many, many voices calling for attention. Of course, regulators are also wary of […]
IRC Section 280E: An Unjust Burden on State-Legal Cannabis Businesses
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IRC Section 280E: An Unjust Burden on State-Legal Cannabis Businesses

Section 280E of the Internal Revenue Code forbids businesses from deducting otherwise ordinary business associated with the “trafficking” of Schedule I or II substances, as defined by the Controlled Substances Act. This provision was enacted by Congress in 1982 in order to penalize illegal drug dealers.  However, today the IRS aggressively applies Section 280E to […]
Risk Management and Insurance Manual: A Novel Cannabinoid Conundrum – Loopholes, Liability, and Legislation
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Risk Management and Insurance Manual: A Novel Cannabinoid Conundrum – Loopholes, Liability, and Legislation

The National Cannabis Industry Association’s Risk Management & Insurance Committee is a multidisciplinary group of risk management professionals convened to draw on the expertise and experiences of professionals dedicated to the cannabis community. This is the third in a series of insurance manuals that will help guide you through the various coverages and definitions used […]
Risk Management and Insurance Manual: An Introduction to Cannabis Insurance – Part Two
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Risk Management and Insurance Manual: An Introduction to Cannabis Insurance – Part Two

The National Cannabis Industry Association’s Risk Management & Insurance Committee is a multidisciplinary group of professionals working in the cannabis and insurance industries. We have created this manual to help business owners operating in state-legal cannabis industry gain a basic understanding of risk management, particularly insurance.   Every business faces numerous risks. Cannabis businesses, in principle, […]
NCIA Response to Senate Discussion Draft of Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act (CAOA)
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NCIA Response to Senate Discussion Draft of Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act (CAOA)

On July 14, 2021 Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Senate Finance Committee Chair Ron Wyden (D-OR), and Senator Cory Booker released a discussion draft of the Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act (CAOA), proposed language that would remove cannabis from the federal list of controlled substances and empower states to implement their own cannabis laws. […]
Risk Management and Insurance Manual: An Introduction to Cannabis Insurance
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Risk Management and Insurance Manual: An Introduction to Cannabis Insurance

The National Cannabis Industry Association’s Risk Management & Insurance Committee is a multidisciplinary group of risk management professionals convened to draw on the expertise and experiences of professionals dedicated to the cannabis community. This manual is the first in a series of insurance manuals that will help guide you through the various coverages and definitions […]
The Medicine of Cannabis: An Overview for Medical Professionals and Policymakers
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The Medicine of Cannabis: An Overview for Medical Professionals and Policymakers

As cannabis use expands in the U.S., issues that require the guidance of scientists and clinicians are rapidly arising. Patients are looking to their medical providers for information on cannabis safety, potential for interactions with pharmaceuticals, and therapeutic applications. However, the existing legal environment significantly hinders the ability of clinicians to engage with cannabis research […]
Building New Foundations In The Cannabis Industry
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Building New Foundations In The Cannabis Industry

Building New Foundations in the Cannabis Industry: Creating Gender Parity through Ownership, Leadership, Boards, Pay Equality, Branding, and Capital, takes a hard look at gender parity in the U.S. cannabis industry. The research, data, personal stories, and case studies in this series demonstrate why gender parity is crucial to business success. The purpose of this […]
Environmental Sustainability in the Cannabis Industry: Impacts, Best Management Practices, and Policy Considerations
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Environmental Sustainability in the Cannabis Industry: Impacts, Best Management Practices, and Policy Considerations

The NCIA environmental committee was formed to write a technical report on “Environmental Impacts, Best Management Practices and Policies for the Cannabis Industry” necessary to position the cannabis industry as a leader in environmental sustainability at the local, state, and national levels and to help inform environmental policy. In this report, we provide a review […]
Comments to the Drug Enforcement Administration – Rescind Interim Final Rule “Implementation of the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018”
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Comments to the Drug Enforcement Administration – Rescind Interim Final Rule “Implementation of the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018”

In October 2020, NCIA submitted comments to the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) urging the agency to rescind an interim final rule (IFR) that is in conflict with the hemp provisions of the 2018 Farm Bill and would cause confusion and widespread harm in the burgeoning legal hemp industry in the United States.
Comments to the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture – Establishment of a Domestic Hemp Production Program
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Comments to the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture – Establishment of a Domestic Hemp Production Program

In October 2020, NCIA’s Policy Council, Hemp Committee, and Scientific Advisory Committee collaborated to submit comments to the U.S. Department of Agriculture in response to a reopening of the comment period to gather additional information on the establishment of final rules for domestic hemp production.
NCIA and Arcview Filed Amicus Brief in U.S. Supreme Court – Washington v. Barr
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NCIA and Arcview Filed Amicus Brief in U.S. Supreme Court – Washington v. Barr

Law firm of Wilson Elser files Amicus Brief on behalf of NCIA and Arcview in a landmark U.S. Supreme Court case of Washington v. Barr, which challenges the constitutional legality of prohibition.

Comments to the Food & Drug Administration – Cannabis and Cannabis-Derived Compounds: Quality Considerations for Clinical Research Guidance for Industry

In September 2020, NCIA’s Policy Council, Hemp Committee, and Scientific Advisory Committee collaborated to submit comments to the Food & Drug Administration in response to a call for guidance on research considerations.
NCIA Filed Amicus Brief – Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
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NCIA Filed Amicus Brief – Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit

National Cannabis Industry Association Files Amicus Brief in Landmark Cannabis Tax Case National trade organization presents substantive and Constitutional arguments against IRS 280E tax code preventing state-legal cannabis businesses from deducting normal business expenses Harborside Health Center is appealing U.S. Tax Court decision over exorbitant federal tax bill  
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NCIA Response To DEA: RFI On Controls To Enhance The Cultivation of Marijuana For Research In The U.S.

In May 2020, NCIA submitted comments regarding the DEA’s Request For Information On Controls To Enhance The Cultivation of Marijuana For Research In The U.S.
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Letter to Sen. Crapo from Businesses regarding SAFE Banking
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Letter to Sen. Crapo from Associations regarding SAFE Banking
The Key to Consumer Safety: Displacing the Illicit Cannabis Market – Recommendations for Safe Vaping
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The Key to Consumer Safety: Displacing the Illicit Cannabis Market – Recommendations for Safe Vaping

As reports began to appear of a potential linkage between lung injuries and use of nicotine and/or cannabis vaping products, NCIA’s Policy Council established a Safe Vaping Task Force to provide a consistent response on behalf of the concerned members of the regulated cannabis industry. The Task Force’s mission was to communicate clearly in response […]

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