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By Thomas Howard Published March 30, 2022 Updated March 31, 2022

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About Thomas Howard

a seasoned cannabis business attorney, entrepreneur, and advocate with over a decade of hands-on experience navigating complex cannabis regulations across the United States. As the founder of Cannabis Industry Lawyer and co-host of Cannabis Legalization News, Tom has helped clients win cannabis licenses in multiple states, advised startups from seed to sale, and litigated key industry cases involving constitutional challenges and regulatory disputes. He’s personally built and launched cannabis businesses, giving him a rare combination of legal expertise and real-world operational insight. Tom has studied thousands of pages of cannabis laws and rules, testified on legalization issues, and regularly appears in media to break down developments in plain English. His mission: to fight outdated prohibition, empower entrepreneurs, and provide trustworthy, actionable information to anyone building a future in the legal cannabis industry.

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