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September 10, 2026 ~ Bridge Michigan’s Simon Schuster joins Kevin to discuss why John James is backing a repeal of Michigan’s marijuana wholesale tax.
LANSING, Mich. ~ 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 repeal proposals, arguing the tax has generated less revenue than expected while placing additional pressure on licensed operators. As the discussion continues in Lansing, many communities are watching closely to see how changes could affect both road funding and local businesses.
