New weed group tries to unify disparate cannabis factions

What’s the current landscape: There are already at least five national trade groups seeking to influence cannabis policy on Capitol Hill. As Congress focuses more attention on cannabis policy, some have pointed out that the lack of unity could hold back legalization efforts. Canadian cannabis behemoth Canopy Growth Corp. is part of the coalition, as is Acreage Holdings — which used to be part of National Cannabis Roundtable. Also participating is Cresco Labs — Cresco’s CEO Charlie Bachtell serves as chair of National Cannabis Roundtable. Who’s missing: Notably absent are the three other national industry groups: National Cannabis Roundtable, Minority Cannabis Business Association and National Cannabis Industry Association.