United States: Industry Updates & Analysis

On 9 September 2026, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the US Army Corps of Engineers published a supplemental proposal to revise the definition of “waters of the United States” (WOTUS) under the Clean Water Act.1 The supplemental proposal builds on the agencies’ November 2025 proposed rule and responds to the Supreme Court’s 2023 decision in Sackett v. EPA, which significantly narrowed the scope of waters subject to federal jurisdiction under the Clean Water Act and established a new framework for determining which waters fall within that jurisdiction.

A New Hampshire gubernatorial candidate advocates for legalizing adult-use cannabis to keep tax revenue in-state, while Nebraska's Supreme Court upholds voter-approved medical marijuana laws and NASDAQ opens its doors to cannabis business listings. International travelers receive a stark reminder about the risks of crossing borders with cannabis products, regardless of home state legality.

The U.S. House passes a bill delaying the federal hemp ban, while a lawsuit challenges Medicare coverage of hemp products and older adults increasingly turn to cannabis for recreation. Plus, marijuana complaints return to the U.S. Open tennis tournament.

TDK Ventures' 100X 2026 conference in Burlingame brought together founders, investors, and corporate leaders to explore the convergence of energy transition and digital innovation...

Consumer subsector performance diverged sharply in Q2 2026, with Home & Outdoor and Durables leading a strong reversal driven by seasonal demand and tariff-refund tailwinds...

International cannabis markets face critical political shifts as Brazil, France, and Germany approach elections that could reshape their medical marijuana programs. With right-wing governments already rolling back reforms in Colombia and threatening changes across Europe and Latin America, the durability of cannabis legalization now depends heavily on who controls government power.

Ankura's insights hub showcases the firm's latest analysis across cybersecurity threats, regulatory changes, corporate governance reforms, and market dynamics. From malware campaigns exploiting AI tools to new UK governance requirements and evolving crypto disputes, these articles examine how organizations navigate emerging risks and operational challenges.

Federal hemp regulations face potential delays as the Senate votes to extend the ban deadline, while new bipartisan legislation proposes treating hemp beverages like alcohol. Meanwhile, Rhode Island reopens its cannabis retail licensing process and New York authorizes microbusinesses to sell at farmers' markets.

As the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), enacted as Public Law 117-58, approaches its expiration on September 30, 2026, there has been a recent groundswell of public support advocating for continued advanced appropriations.