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Cannabis Rescheduling Hearings Postponed: How Did We Get Here and What Happens Next?

By Shawn Hauser, Andrew Livingston
Jan 31, 2025

The much-anticipated hearings on the proposed rulemaking to reschedule cannabis, which were scheduled to begin on January 21, have been postponed for at least three months as a result of an appeal granted by DEA Administrative Law Judge John Mulrooney. In this article, we examine a timeline of progress on rescheduling so far and discuss what may happen next and how the new administration may affect the process.

Hemp-Derived Cannabinoid Markets: Using Tax Data to Assess Growth in Louisiana, Minnesota and Tennessee

By Andrew Livingston
Jan 22, 2025

Now that many states have regulated cannabinoid hemp alongside medical and adult-use marijuana, hemp cannabinoid market growth trends can be analyzed using comprehensive data, including monthly tax data from product sales. In this article, we analyze market trends in Minnesota, Louisiana and Tennessee using hemp-derived cannabinoid product sales tax data reported by the states.

Cannabis on the Ballot in 2024: Election Recap and Look Ahead with Andrew Livingston

Nov 7, 2024

On Tuesday, November 5, 2024, cannabis legalization measures were on the ballot in Florida, Nebraska, North Dakota and South Dakota. So, what were the results? Vicente LLP director of economics and research Andrew Livingston will dive into the results of cannabis initiatives in Florida, Nebraska, North Dakota and South Dakota during a Rootwurks webinar on November 13. Register now!

Cannabis Economist Andrew Livingston Will Discuss National Cannabis Policy During Nevada State Bar Cannabis Conference

Oct 30, 2024

Vicente director of economics and research Andrew Livingston will present on the panel “National Cannabis Policy Perspectives” during the Cannabis Law Section of the Nevada State Bar’s Annual Cannabis Conference on November 5.

Litigation Attorney Tim Swain and Cannabis Economist Andrew Livingston Slated to Speak at the 2024 AICPA & CIMA Cannabis Industry Conference

Jul 22, 2024

Vicente LLP partner Tim Swain and director of economics and research Andrew Livingston will speak during the AICPA & CIMA Cannabis Industry Conference in Aurora, CO on August 13. Tim will discuss litigation and forensics, and Andrew will provide insights on the cannabis market’s current conditions and future opportunities post-rescheduling. Register now!

Cannabis Economist Andrew Livingston Discusses Cannabis Rescheduling and the Future of the Industry During Rootwurks Webinar

May 7, 2024

On May 8, Vicente’s director of economics and research, Andrew Livingston, is joining Rootwurks for a webinar to break down what it will mean for the cannabis industry now that the DEA is making moves to reclassify cannabis into schedule III—and what work for legalization remains to be done. Register now!

[Webinar] Cannabis Rescheduling: Implications and Next Steps

May 3, 2024

Watch this special briefing featuring Vicente LLP leaders who have been deeply immersed in the federal scheduling issue, along with Mitzi Keating, a CPA and partner at Citrin Cooperman.

[Webinar] Cannabis IP Strategies: A Forward-Looking Discussion with Patent & Trademark Specialists

Mar 28, 2024

Watch this pre-recorded session to learn about the future of intellectual property for cannabis and hemp products with rescheduling on the horizon. This webinar will feature a discussion with VLLP IP specialists regarding patent, IP and trademark protection, cannabis research, and what may change with potential federal marijuana rescheduling.

Cannabis Economist Andrew Livingston Will Discuss Research Challenges in Cannabis and Psychedelic Markets at The Emerald Conference

Mar 15, 2024

On April 2, The Emerald Conference will feature a talk by Vicente LLP director of economics and research Andrew Livingston on how variations between the cannabis and psychedelic markets may influence research design, data collection, and overall program evaluation. Register to attend and learn more!

Vicente LLP Joins Industry Leaders at National Cannabis Industry Association’s Colorado Stakeholder Summit

Mar 15, 2024

The National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA) is hosting a Stakeholder Summit in Colorado on April 4, and Vicente LLP is a Silver Sponsor. The event brings together key figures in the cannabis industry, including policymakers and regulators, to discuss and drive positive change within the cannabis industry. Vicente LLP will have a strong presence at the summit, with several members of our team attending, including the firm’s founding partner, Brian Vicente. Register now!

MJBizCon 2023 Speakers Include Andrew Livingston and Sally Kent Peebles of Vicente LLP

Oct 25, 2023

Andrew Livingston will present on cannabis supply and demand and Sally Kent Peebles will present on leveraging opportunities in new markets at MJBizCon this year. Read on for more information about their panels!

Australian Cannabis Policy Webinar Will Feature Cannabis Economist Andrew Livingston

Oct 12, 2023

Andrew Livingston will discuss the relationship between public safety, the amenity of public spaces, and the legalization and regulation of cannabis in Australia during a Penington Institute webinar on October 26.

[Webinar] Michigan Cannabis Market Trends & Economic Forecast

Oct 11, 2023

Watch this live session on Wednesday, October 11 at 1 p.m. ET. The session will feature Vicente LLP’s director of economics and research, Andrew Livingston, and the firm’s Michigan practice leader, Travis Copenhaver, as they discuss Michigan cannabis market trends and opportunities that will help your business to better adapt, strategize, and navigate changing market conditions.

Mississippi Medical Cannabis Market Update

By Colleen Mitchell, Andrew Livingston
Sep 20, 2023

It has been over a year since Mississippi began accepting applications for medical cannabis business licenses and the market has steadily grown. Now, with the residency requirement gone and the passing of a new bill that made some positive changes to the program, it is an excellent time to enter this budding market. Read this article for market updates, including the number of patients, dispensaries, cultivators and processors, in addition to new opportunities created by House Bill 1158.

Andrew Livingston Slated to Discuss Cannabis Market Trends and Opportunities at AICPA & CIMA Cannabis Industry Conference

Jul 26, 2023

Is now the time to enter the cannabis market? Cannabis economist Andrew Livingston will share data and insights to help answer questions on the mind of every cannabis entrepreneur's clients during the AICPA & CIMA Cannabis Industry Conference on August 16.

Minnesota Cannabis Market Projections

By Travis Copenhaver
Jun 22, 2023

While the state of Minnesota's study on the expected size and growth of the state's cannabis industry will not be complete until January 15, 2025, Vicente LLP's Economics & Research Department recently made some general predictions about the market. Read this Insights article to dive into the numbers.

[Webinar] Massachusetts Cannabis Market Trends & Economic Forecast

May 24, 2023

Watch Vicente's director of economics and research, Andrew Livingston, partner Adam Fine, and cannabis industry CPA/CFE Mitzi Keating discuss the latest Massachusetts market trends and opportunities in this on-demand webinar.

Andrew Livingston and Marijuana Policy Project Join Rootwurks to Discuss the 10 States in 3 Years Campaign

Apr 27, 2023

Can 10 More States Legalize Cannabis in the Next 3 Years? Join Andrew Livingston and MPP for a Rootwurks webinar on May 17 to find out which states are most likely to legalize in the coming years and why certain campaigns are more successful than others.

[Webinar] Restructuring Options in Cannabis: Out-of-Court Workouts

Mar 15, 2023

Cannabis businesses facing insolvency can't access federal bankruptcy courts, but they do have restructuring options. One of those options is an out-of-court workout between lenders and borrowers. Watch this Vicente LLP session to learn the practical issues around out-of-court workouts and cannabis companies.

An Economic Impact and Tax Analysis of Oklahoma State Question 820

By Andrew Livingston
Feb 2, 2023

If voters approve SQ 820 on March 7, Oklahoma would see $821 million in marijuana tax revenue in the first five years following implementation.

[Webinar] Cannabis & Psychedelics Reform: Post-election 2022 & Executive Scheduling

Nov 10, 2022

VS unpacks the cannabis- and psychedelics-related results of the 2022 election and discusses the implications of President Biden’s recent Executive Scheduling reform.

Celebrating 10 Years of Cannabis Legalization in Colorado

Nov 7, 2022

Amendment 64 made history in 2012. Leaders of Vicente Sederberg and its consulting affiliate, VS Strategies, played key roles in drafting, passing, and implementing the historic ballot initiative.

Sally Peebles and Andrew Livingston Will Discuss Cannabis Legalization in the South in Upcoming Rootwurks Webinar

Nov 3, 2022

Is the Deep South Next for Cannabis Legalization? Sally Peebles and Andrew Livingston address this question on an upcoming Rootwurks webinar on November 22!

[Webinar] Cannabis & Psychedelics On the Ballot

Nov 1, 2022

The November 2022 ballot has those interested in cannabis and psychedelic policy reform on their toes. From supporting adult-use cannabis initiatives in Arkansas, Missouri, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Maryland, to potential psychedelic reform in Colorado, there is plenty of excitement!

[Webinar] New York Cannabis: By the Numbers

Oct 19, 2022

Watch this recorded session for insight into the current market data and projected future of NY’s cannabis market.

Andrew Livingston Featured in Upcoming Rootwurks Webinar 'No, Cannabis is Not Inflation Proof'

Aug 5, 2022

Register to hear from Andrew Livingston about why cannabis is not exempt from the market forces that are driving prices higher.

Vicente Sederberg Contributes to APPG for CBD Products' Business Plan to Future-Proof UK Cannabis Industry

Jul 28, 2022

The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for CBD Products recently delivered "A Plan for a Legal and Regulated UK Hemp and Cannabis Sector" to the UK Government. Shawn Hauser and Andrew Livingston contributed to the business plan, which offers an industry analysis and series of recommendations to create a well-regulated, multi-faceted and competitive UK cannabis industry.

Andrew Livingston discusses Inflation and Marijuana Prices with 9NEWS

Jun 23, 2022

Is cannabis immune to inflation? On 9NEWS, Andrew Livingston breaks down why the price of marijuana is declining in Colorado, though inflation is increasing the price of everything else.

Andrew Livingston Discusses Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act on The Green Rush Live

Aug 18, 2021

VS director of economics and research, Andrew Livingston, joined The Green Rush Live to discuss the Federal CAO Act and more.

A Tribute to Steve Fox with Betty Aldworth, Andrew Livingston, Jordan Wellington, Mason Tvert and Kris Krane on Marijuana Today Podcast

Jun 30, 2021

Andrew Livingston, Mason Tvert, and Jordan Wellington join Betty Aldworth and Kris Krane on this MJToday Podcast to discuss the life and legacy of friend and activist Steve Fox. The podcast also features recorded messages from colleagues and fellow cannabis industry activists.

[Webinar] Tri-State Cannabis Update

Jun 23, 2021

Join VS for a free webinar on June 29 that will cover the latest updates on cannabis legalization and implementation in CT, NJ, and NY

Andrew Livingston Discusses Drug Policy and Cannabis Industry Economics on Canna Guys Podcast

Apr 28, 2021

VS director of economics and research Andrew Livingston recently talked about U.S. drug policy and cannabis industry economics with the Canna Guys.

Weed Wonks Episode 57: Federal Marijuana Policy Reform with Oregon Congressman Earl Blumenauer

Apr 22, 2021

Jordan Wellington and Andrew Livingston discuss federal cannabis policy reform and the SAFE Banking Act with Congressman Earl Blumenauer.

Weed Wonks Episode 56: The Nitty Gritty of Cannabis Finance with Charles Alovisetti

Apr 7, 2021

Jordan Wellington and Andrew Livingston discuss legal marijuana finance, equity, and investment with VS's Corporate Department Chair, Charles Alovisetti.

Andrew Livingston to Participate in Cannabis Market Economics Seminar with Informed Texas

Mar 1, 2021

On March 6, 2021, Andrew Livingston will participate in the virtual event "Economics of a Regulated Cannabis Market," presented by the nonprofit cannabis advocacy organization Foundation for an Informed Texas. 

Andrew Livingston Discusses Cannabis Jobs and Social Equity on Marijuana Today Podcast

Feb 26, 2021

VS's director of economics and research featured on Episode 346 - Jobs, Jobs, Jobs!

Andrew Livingston Examines Cannabis Policy Reform on Marijuana Today Podcast

Feb 12, 2021

VS's director of economics and research featured on Episode 344 - As Goes the Senate

[Webinar] Exploring Cannabis Legalization in the Tri-State Area

Feb 4, 2021

A look into cannabis legalization, markets, and opportunities in New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut.

Coronavirus and Cannabis: Colorado Regulatory Updates

By Charles Alovisetti, Corey Cox, Justin Johnson, Andrew Livingston, Jessica Scardina, Jordan Wellington, Catie Wightman
Jan 11, 2021

Vicente Sederberg is monitoring the potential impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) on cannabis businesses, service providers, and consumers in Colorado.

Weed Wonks Episode 53: 2020 Year in Cannabis

Dec 31, 2020

Jordan Wellington and Andrew Livingston discuss cannabis industry highlights from 2020 in this episode.

Medical Cannabis in Texas: Policy Recommendations for Improving the Compassionate Use Program

By Andrew Livingston, Shawn Hauser, Dwight Clark, Mason Tvert
Dec 18, 2020

This VS white paper explains why the current medical marijuana program is falling short and how policymakers can improve patient access, treatment outcomes, and the health of the program. It also explores how such changes would impact the medical cannabis market.

Weed Wonks Episode 51: Canabis Economics with Andrew Livingston and Adam Orens

Dec 11, 2020

Adam Orens of MPG Consulting joins the podcast to talk about cannabis sales and other economic data.

Weed Wonks Episode 49: Cannabis Wins the 2020 Elections with Steve Fox

Nov 20, 2020

Returning guest Steve Fox of VS Strategies joins hosts Jordan Wellington and Andrew Livingston to talk about cannabis's winning sweep in the 2020 elections, including a discussion of the results left to be settled.

The Economic Benefits of Regulating and Taxing Cannabis in Texas

By Andrew Livingston, Shawn Hauser, Dwight Clark, Mason Tvert
Oct 21, 2020

Texas could see more than half a billion dollars in annual tax revenue and tens of thousands of new jobs if it legalizes cannabis, a VS analysis finds.

Analysis: Potential Commercial Cannabis Demand, Sales and Tax Revenue in Vermont

By Andrew Livingston
Aug 12, 2020

This economic report, produced on behalf of the Marijuana Policy Project, examines the potential tax revenue associated with S.54, the Vermont bill to regulate and tax cannabis sales.

Weed Wonks Episode 39 - Police Reform with Colorado Representative Leslie Herod

Jul 2, 2020

Colorado Representative Leslie Herod speaks with hosts Jordan Wellington and Andrew Livingston about police reform activism and how Colorado’s state legislature is approaching it.

Andrew Livingston to Speak at Hemp Industry Daily Conference and MJBizConNEXT Direct

Jun 18, 2020

VS's Director of Economics & Research will present a featured session at the HID Conference and MJBizConNEXT Direct on June 30, 2020.

Vicente Sederberg LLP Hemp Update: June 2020

Jun 4, 2020

Update on hemp legislation, regulatory changes, and other noteworthy hemp news and events.

Andrew Livingston Discusses Cannabis and COVID-19 on Thinking Outside the Bud Podcast

Apr 15, 2020

Andrew Livingston discusses what's going on in the cannabis markets during the coronavirus crisis and implications for the cannabis industry in the coming months with host Bruce Eckfeldt.

Andrew Livingston Examines the Economics of Cannabis in a Recession with CanopyBoulder

Apr 8, 2020

Andrew Livingston talks about cannabis economics during the coronavirus crisis in this CanopyBoulder Investor Hub event.

[Webinar] Coronavirus and Cannabis: COVID-19 Changes and Challenges for Employers

Apr 1, 2020

Watch this interactive discussion with the nation’s leading employment and cannabis industry law firms, Littler Mendelson and Vicente Sederberg, about the known and possible employment-related legal issues arising from COVID-19’s threat and uncertainty.​​​​​​​

Weed Wonks Episode 10 - Oklahoma! With Dwight Clark

Feb 19, 2020

VS political analyst, technical writer, and former Oklahoman, Dwight Clark, sat down with the Weed Wonks to discuss the current nature of cannabis in Oklahoma, how its MMJ legalization drastically differed other states, and how their regulatory rollout of MMJ could shape other state's legalization efforts going forward.

Legal Adult Cannabis Sales in Massachusetts Surpass Half a Billion Dollars Since Legalization

Feb 12, 2020

Legal adult cannabis sales in MA have surpassed half a billion dollars and raised approximately $100 million in tax revenue since they commenced in 2018. Check out our analysis of the state data.

Weed Wonks Episode 9 - Knocking on the Golden Door with Genevieve Meehan

Jan 23, 2020

Former VS licensing specialist and current compliance manager at Coda Signature, Genevieve Meehan, joins Jordan and Andrew on the Weed Wonks podcast to talk about cannabis compliance, legislation, and activism.

Weed Wonks Episode 18 - Picking Apart the SAFE Banking Act with Steve Fox

Jan 15, 2020

VS Strategies president Steve Fox joins Jordan and Andrew on the Weed Wonks podcast to talk about the SAFE Banking Act and the hurdles it faces in a Republican Senate.

Weed Wonks Episode 7 - Discussing the Cannabis Voter Project with Sal Pace

Jan 13, 2020

Former Colorado state Representative Sal Pace joins Jordan and Andrew to talk about the history of Colorado legalization and about his work with the Cannabis Voter Project, which seeks to register marijuana-friendly voters.

Join Vicente Sederberg LLP at the Annual WBJ Business of Cannabis Forum

Jan 3, 2020

Andrew Livingston, Valerio Romano and Dan Smith will participate in the Business of Cannabis Forum on January 15, 2020.