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Taxation of the Cannabis Industry


Total Credits: 2 including 2 Taxes - Technical

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Categories:
ACPEN Industry Institute |  Tax |  IRS Approved
Faculty:
Mary Jane Hourani, MM, EA
Course Levels:
Basic
Duration:
2 Hours
License:
Product Setting: Expires 30 day(s) after program date.

Dates
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Description

This course provides a comprehensive analysis of the taxation issues affecting the cannabis industry. It covers the historical context of U.S. taxation, the distinctions between industrial hemp and marijuana, and the specific tax codes and regulations that apply to the cannabis business. Participants will gain insights into state marijuana laws, the unique challenges of a cash-intensive industry, and pertinent federal court cases.

*Please Note:  If you need credit reported to the IRS for this IRS approved program, please download the IRS CE request form on the Course Materials Tab and submit to kori.herrera@acpen.com

Basic Course Information

Learning Objectives
  • Understand the historical view of U.S. taxation
  • Distinguish between industrial hemp and marijuana
  • Review income as defined by I.R.C. §61
  • Apply the restrictions and limitations of §280E and §471
  • Examine state marijuana laws
  • Discuss the challenges of a cash-intensive business
  • Analyze relevant federal court cases

 


Major Subjects
  • Historical context of U.S. taxation
  • Industrial hemp vs. marijuana
  • Income definitions under I.R.C. §61
  • Tax code restrictions: §280E and §471
  • State-specific marijuana laws
  • Cash management in cannabis businesses
  • Federal court case analysis

Course Materials

Faculty

Mary Jane Hourani, MM, EA's Profile

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Mary Jane has been practicing since 1993, working for a couple larger Tax, Accounting, & Audit Firms in  before transitioning to her own practice in 2005. 

Mary Jane has a Master of Management from Walsh College of Accountancy and Business Administration as well as a Bachelor of Science from Eastern Michigan University in Public Administration with a focus in Organizational Development and Governmental Accounting. 

She is credentialed as an Internal Revenue Service Enrolled Agent, allowing her to practice before the IRS. With this credential, she has direct oversite by the IRS Office of Professional Responsibility. She is also a National Association of Enrolled Agents NTPI Fellow. 

Mary Jane has been an Instructor of Tax for Michigan State University Tax School since 2008 as well as a speaker for several trade organizations since 2005. 

Mary Jane has been a Contributing Editor and Contributing Author of the National Tax Workbook for the Land Grand University Tax Education Foundation since 2009. She writes and compiles tax course packs used by Michigan State University Tax School and other trade organizations. She is a former H&R Block Instructor/Trainer.

Mary Jane is a member of the National Association of Enrolled Agents, Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants, National Association of Tax Professionals, American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers, and is a QuickBooks ProAdvisor.
 


Dates

Wed, Jun 04, 2025 - 04:00pm to 06:00pm EDT
Sat, Jun 28, 2025 - 11:00am to 01:00pm EDT
Wed, Jul 16, 2025 - 02:00pm to 04:00pm EDT
Mon, Aug 04, 2025 - 04:00pm to 06:00pm EDT
Sat, Aug 16, 2025 - 02:00pm to 04:00pm EDT
Thu, Aug 28, 2025 - 11:00am to 01:00pm EDT
Tue, Sep 16, 2025 - 02:00pm to 04:00pm EDT
Sat, Oct 04, 2025 - 04:00pm to 06:00pm EDT
Thu, Oct 16, 2025 - 02:00pm to 04:00pm EDT
Tue, Oct 28, 2025 - 11:00am to 01:00pm EDT
Tue, Nov 18, 2025 - 02:00pm to 04:00pm EST
Thu, Dec 04, 2025 - 04:00pm to 06:00pm EST
Tue, Dec 16, 2025 - 02:00pm to 04:00pm EST
Mon, Dec 29, 2025 - 11:00am to 01:00pm EST
Fri, Jan 16, 2026 - 02:00pm to 04:00pm EST
Wed, Feb 04, 2026 - 04:00pm to 06:00pm EST
Thu, Feb 19, 2026 - 02:00pm to 04:00pm EST
Sat, Feb 28, 2026 - 11:00am to 01:00pm EST
Mon, Mar 16, 2026 - 02:00pm to 04:00pm EDT
Sat, Apr 04, 2026 - 04:00pm to 06:00pm EDT
Thu, Apr 16, 2026 - 02:00pm to 04:00pm EDT
Tue, Apr 28, 2026 - 11:00am to 01:00pm EDT
Sat, May 16, 2026 - 02:00pm to 04:00pm EDT

Additional Info

Basic Course Information

Prerequisites None
Advanced Preparation None
Designed For CPAs, EAs, and financial professionals
Original Recording Date 06/01/25
Course Developer Werner-Rocca Seminars
Date Added to Catalog 05/01/25
Yellow Book

No

 


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Instructional Delivery Method

Group Internet Based


Course Registration Requirements

Online Registration


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