The Weekly Roll May 22nd 2026
May 22, 2026
Happy Friday!
Welcome back to The Weekly Roll! I hope everyone had a lovely week, here is what’s happening this week in cannabis and art:
TSA's Marijuana Policy Hasn't Changed: Despite widespread media reports suggesting otherwise, the TSA clarified that its policy on marijuana at airports is unchanged — officers don't search for drugs but refer any discovered illegal substances to law enforcement. The confusion stemmed from a routine website update that removed some outdated language about hemp products, not any shift in policy. Article
Spanberger's Veto: Governor Spanberger elaborated on her decision to veto Virginia's adult-use cannabis retail bill, citing concerns about a rushed timeline and too many licensed stores — 350 — in the original legislation. She said she remains supportive of a legal market but wants a more methodical launch, and pointed to unnamed other states as cautionary examples of moving too fast. Article
Interesting Number : The Justice Department is suing its first Cannabis MSO to recover $8.3 million in tax refunds the cannabis company received after claiming deductions not allowed under IRS code 280E. Tax experts warn the case signals the government intends to pursue the estimated $1.6 billion in outstanding 280E liabilities across publicly traded cannabis companies, regardless of recent federal rescheduling. Article
Whaling Wall : Renowned conservationist artist Wyland is issuing cease-and-desist letters to FIFA, the city of Dallas, and local organizers after his 30-year-old downtown whale mural was painted over for a World Cup display without his consent. He argues the removal violates the federal Visual Artists Rights Act, and says any financial settlement he wins will be donated to conservation and school art programs. Article
Have a great weekend!
Aidan