John James Pitches Marijuana Tax Repeal, Courts Industry Donors

Debate Grows Over Michigan’s 24% Marijuana Tax

Efforts are underway to repeal Michigan's 24% wholesale marijuana tax, a move supporters say could provide relief for cannabis businesses that have struggled with higher costs since the tax took effect earlier this year. For many business owners and workers in the industry, the debate is about more than taxes, with concerns growing over jobs, competition and the future of Michigan's legal cannabis market.  Lawmakers from both parties have backed…

John James pitches marijuana tax repeal, courts industry donors

Jocelyn Benson, the Democratic gubernatorial nominee, has not taken a stance on the 24% wholesale marijuana tax

Michigan GOP Governor Candidate Raises Money From Marijuana Industry While Pledging To Cut New Wholesale Tax

His Democratic opponent called the cannabis tax a “new and emerging issue” and hasn’t taken a clear stance on it. By Simon D. Schuster, Bridge Michigan This story was originally published by Bridge Michigan, a nonprofit and nonpartisan news organization. To get regular coverage from Bridge Michigan, sign up for a free Bridge Michigan newsletter […]

John James Woos Michigan Weed Donors With Vow to Kill 24% Pot Tax

John James is courting Michigan cannabis donors with a pledge to repeal the state's 24% wholesale marijuana tax that funds road repairs.