Cannabis stocks outperform as pressure mount on DEA to reschedule marijuana

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On 4/20 Day, even non-cannabis companies get in the spirit

On eve of 4/20, White House and Democratic lawmaker tout marijuana progress

White House and Democratic lawmaker tout marijuana progress on eve of 4/20 Day. President Biden has promised to decriminalize marijuana on the federal level. The Justice Department is reviewing a recommendation to move marijuana from a Schedule I to a Schedule III drug. Rep. Earl Blumenauer says this is the last time cannabis will be on Schedule I.

'Cannabis Seizures At Checkpoints By U.S.-Mexico Border Frustrates State-Authorized Pot Industry' - Audacy Citing AP

U.S. Border Patrol says it has the right to seize cannabis shipments at checkpoints in southern New Mexico. More than $300,000 worth of marijuana has been seized in recent months at checkpoints. New Mexico's governor says she's working to protect the state's legalized cannabis industry. Cannabis is still a "Schedule 1" drug.

Budding Opportunities: 3 Emerging Cannabis Markets to Explore 

Many countries and U.S. States have legalized or decriminalized cannabis for medical or adult recreational use. Thailand became the first Asian country to decriminalize cannabis, primarily for medical use. Germany became the largest EU nation to legalize cannabis for recreational use this month. These emerging cannabis markets are still in the early stages of development.

Marijuana groups call on Biden to remove cannabis from Controlled Substances Act

Marijuana banking could pass House in must-pass bill - report

Marijuana banking unlikely to pass House due to Republican leadership spat

'Senator Presses Attorney General Garland On Marijuana Banking Bill's Impact On Criminal Investigations' - Marijuana Moment

Democratic senator presses attorney general about a bipartisan marijuana banking bill. Sen. Jack Reed asked Merrick Garland for his opinion on a controversial section of the bill. Section 10 of the original bill would have required banks to notify criminals when their accounts are terminated. Garland says he can't comment on the specific provisions of the legislation.

'Marijuana Companies Ask Federal Court To Set Oral Arguments On DOJ Claim That Cannabis 'Tourism' Justifies Prohibition Enforcement' - Marijuana Moment

Marijuana companies are asking a federal court to schedule oral arguments in a case against the federal government. The Justice Department says cannabis legalization attracts out-of-state tourism and justifies prohibition. The companies are seeking to shield their in-state activities from federal enforcement. DOJ has filed a motion to dismiss the suit.

Marijuana banking legislation could be attached to crypto bill - report

Healthcare Consumer Marijuana banking legislation could be attached to crypto bill - report. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer brought up the prospect to the House Financial Services Committee in August. The Secure and Fair Enforcement Regulation Banking Act could be added to a bill aimed at cryptocurrency regulation. The SAFER Banking bill would bring about marijuana banking reform.

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MJ: Over Diversified Cannabis ETF, But Still A Solid Pick

Amplify Alternative Harvest ETF offers diversified investments in Canadian cannabis stocks and U.S. Multi-state operators. The Canadian excise tax reduction and potential legalization in Florida could benefit the cannabis sector. The cannabis space is down 80% over the last 3 years. MJ has rallied recently due to multiple catalysts boosting the cannabis space.

Prospect of U.S. Regulatory Changes Boost Cannabis ETFs -- Market Talk

ETFs tracking the U.S. Cannabis industry are up more than 40% year-to-date. Policy makers are considering changes that would open the door for industry-wide M&A and IPOs, CEO says. Christian Magoon, CEO of Amplify ETFs, says investors are betting on a change in regulation.

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