President Trump’s Executive Order (EO) 14187, “Protecting Children from Chemical and Surgical Mutilation,” represents a significant shift in federal policy regarding gender-affirming care (GAC) for minors....more
4/17/2025
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As the first quarter comes to a close, the ArentFox Schiff Hospitality Industry team reviews 10 of the most pressing legal issues for hospitality companies for 2025....more
It is not all doom and gloom for the cannabis industry this year; positive developments across states and the potential (albeit remote) for federal rescheduling means the cannabis industry can expect ongoing advancements....more
3/27/2025
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New York ,
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The COVID-19 pandemic and resulting increase in federal telework have reduced the daily usage of federal buildings in Washington, DC. Over the last few years, Mayor Muriel Bowser has not been shy in highlighting the economic...more
1/8/2025
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State and Local Government ,
Urban Planning & Development
This past August, the US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) announced plans to hold an administrative hearing on its proposal to move “marijuana” from Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act — the most restrictive...more
As we discussed during our recent webinar, the administrative process associated with the US Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) proposed rescheduling of “marijuana” should be expected to proceed slowly and deliberately....more
On June 28, the US Supreme Court overruled the Chevron doctrine, significantly reducing the power of federal agencies’ staff acting as experts in interpreting federal statutes. The Loper Bright v. Raimondo ruling said that...more
7/19/2024
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Chevron v NRDC ,
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Statutory Interpretation ,
Title IX
On June 12, the DC City Council passed the District’s Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) budget, which includes a 0.49% increase to the mandatory employer payroll tax to support the Universal Paid Family Leave Program.
This...more
During the 2015-2016 academic year, the US Department of Education identified 7.3 million students as chronically absent, meaning that 16% of the student population, or approximately one in six students, were categorized as...more
In an industry known for its fast-paced changes, 2024 will be no different for cannabis. For all those with an eye on the industry, the number one question remains, is this the year for rescheduling? The answer is, maybe. And...more
4/19/2024
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Machine Learning ,
Marijuana ,
Marijuana Related Businesses ,
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State Legislatures ,
Taxation ,
Trademarks
The National Institute of Mental Health reported that 16.32% of youth (aged 12-17) in the District of Columbia (DC) experience at least one major depressive episode (MDE).
Although the prevalence of youth with MDE in DC is...more
As 2024 gets underway, the nonprofit sector will continue to face new challenges in addition to grappling with ongoing challenges that continue to impact the sector. Our interdisciplinary team, serving thousands of nonprofits...more
3/5/2024
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Federal Trade Commission (FTC) ,
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IRS ,
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NAICS ,
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SNDAs ,
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Educational technology (EdTech) has long been used by educators as a way to support teaching and facilitate student learning using a wide range of digital tools, platforms, and resources designed to engage students and...more
2/22/2024
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Data Privacy ,
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Privacy Laws ,
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In late 2023, Mayor Muriel Bowser issued a public emergency recognizing the need for urgency in the District of Columbia’s government’s response to the increase in youth violence in the city.
Read the public emergency...more
On October 27, the Biden-Harris Administration announced new initiatives across various governmental agencies to support and encourage the conversion of high-vacancy commercial buildings in downtown urban environments to...more
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) has already enhanced and has the potential to further expand and improve preK through 12th grade education. However, educators and school leaders are struggling to keep up with the many...more
1. Cannabis Entering the Metaverse -
As we discuss in greater detail here, the Metaverse provides expansive marketing and sales opportunities for cannabis companies due to its decentralized nature and the varied regulatory...more
5/12/2023
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Dormant Commerce Clause ,
Drug Testing ,
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Federal v State Law Application ,
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ,
Interstate Commerce ,
Landlords ,
Marketing ,
Metaverse ,
NBA ,
NFL ,
SCOTUS ,
State Law Claims ,
USPTO
Medical marijuana has been legal in DC since 2011. In recent years, the District has adopted piecemeal amendments to its medical cannabis program, largely through temporary emergency legislation and mayoral rulemaking. In...more
What To Know:
- The efforts to legalize cannabis have gained traction in some states and run into serious roadblocks in others.
- Nineteen states allow adults to possess and use cannabis for non-medical uses (adult use). ...more
On July 12, 2022, the Council of the District of Columbia voted to amend the District of Columbia’s Ban on Non-Compete Agreements Amendment Act of 2020 (the “Act”). Implementation of the Act has been delayed on several...more
On January 18, 2022, an amendment to Bill 24-612 (legislation that would extend the eviction moratorium in DC until June 30, 2022) (the "Amendment") was introduced to the DC Council that proposed tolling tenant deadlines...more
2/11/2022
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Tenants ,
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In this installment of the Inside DC podcast, DC Business & Policy Partner Jon Bouker recaps the FY2022 budget and looks ahead to the DC Council’s fall agenda with Partner David Grosso and Senior Government Relations Director...more
The majority of states in the US have either decriminalized cannabis or enacted laws authorizing its use for medical or non-medical (aka “recreational” or “adult”) use. However, in the absence of federal guidance beyond the...more
On Tuesday, July 13, DC lawmakers unanimously approved emergency legislation known as the Public Emergency Extension and Eviction and Utility Moratorium Phasing Emergency Amendment Act of 2021 (the legislation) that will...more
On May 24, 2021, District of Columbia Mayor Muriel E. Bowser announced plans to invest a record-setting $400 million into the District’s affordable housing production via direct injection into the Housing Production Trust...more