Hi,

The HHS is recommending that the DEA reclassify cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III. Out of the five drug schedules, Schedule III drugs are considered those that have a moderate or low potential for addiction and are safer than Schedule I or II,but not as safe as Schedule IV. Rescheduling would be a big step in the right direction as it could allow research and credit card transactions. It also would alleviate the despised 280E law, which limits tax deductions. Examples of Schedule III drugs are ketamine, anabolic steroids, and suboxone. The DEA isn't forced to take this recommendation, so we will see what happens.

California's attorney general is rolling out a new program to target illegal cannabis operations with fines, and local governments are on board. Still, it's debatable if it will make a real impact.

At least ten suspicious labor organizations have been identified in California's cannabis industry. They have signed state-required labor agreements with over 80 cannabis businesses. These so-called "fake unions" raise concerns about regulatory oversight and the intentions of large cannabis companies regarding employee welfare.

As a tribute to Labor Day, here's a look at the decline of unions in the US and how the government has been involved.

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Happy Labor Day!
Jessica