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In this episode of Cannabis Legalization News, hosts delve into the latest happenings in the cannabis industry and policy. The show highlights the intricacies of the ongoing government shutdown and its impact on hemp policy, touches on daylight savings time adjustments, and examines GOP Senator Rand Paul's stance on hemp versus THC policy. The heated debate around IRC 280E tax and its ramifications for cannabis dispensaries is dissected in detail, along with discussions about the fight for cannabis legalization and the loopholes being exploited in the hemp industry. Special guest CPA Justin sheds light on the petition against 280E in the tax court, potential tax refunds, and strategies for businesses to navigate the complex cannabis tax landscape. They also touch upon upcoming events like MJ BizCon and provide updates on their own dispensary opening in Pekin, Illinois. Overall, this episode is a comprehensive guide to the current cannabis policy climate.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction
00:43 Government Shutdown and Hemp Policy
01:06 Daylight Savings and Rand Paul Controversy
02:23 Hemp vs. Cotton: The Industrial Debate
03:11 Legal Loopholes and Hemp Industry
06:27 Tax Policy and IRC 280E
10:50 Federal and State Legal Complexities
14:47 Cannabis Business Challenges
16:52 Upcoming Guest and Industry Drama
32:27 Government Shutdown and Cannabis
32:29 Hemp vs. Cannabis: Personal Experiences
34:16 Legal and Tax Implications of Cannabis
36:07 Court Cases and Tax Strategies
36:38 Federal Rescheduling and Industry Impact
39:47 Class Action Lawsuits and Government Accountability
45:46 MJ Biz Conference and Industry Networking
49:05 Cannabis Regulation and Compliance Challenges
59:01 Closing Remarks and Future OutlookSign up for our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3VEn9vu 

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