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Plain-English cannabis industry updates — what changed, what didn’t, and why it matters.

Episode 1 • Federal Rescheduling — What Actually Changed

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What federal rescheduling did NOT change 2 min read • Federal
Why state cannabis boards still control outcomes 3 min read • States
What operators should not assume in 2026 2 min read • Operators

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Trump order reclassifies marijuana. What does it mean for Colorado?

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[#item_full_content] Donald Trump ordered steps be taken to soften federal regulation of marijuana. How does it affect Colorado’s marijuana market and businesses? Trump order reclassifies marijuana. What does it mean for Colorado? Read More

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