Blog By: Antonio C. Ellzey
In this Blog, 3L Staffer Antonio C. Ellzey discusses the challenges faced by entrepreneurs in the cannabis industry, particularly the impact of Section 280E of the Internal Revenue Code, which limits deductions for businesses engaged in the cannabis trade due to federal prohibition. Ellzey discusses the potential benefits of rescheduling cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III, which he argues would alleviate financial burdens on cannabis businesses, enhance safety, and stimulate economic growth.
Blog By: Yuha Jung
In this Blog, outgoing 3L Staffer Yuha Jung explores two recent youth climate cases, one resolved in Montana (Held v. State) and another ongoing in California (Genesis v. EPA), emphasizing their implications for future climate litigation. Jung contends that youth-led climate lawsuits will ultimately contribute positively to safeguarding a clean and healthy climate for future generations.
Blog By: Camille Camp
In this blog, 2L Staffer Camille Camp discusses the threat black vultures pose to the livestock industry and the proposed bill aimed at assisting livestock producers. Additionally, she highlights the essential ecological function served by black vultures and stresses the importance of finding a sustainable solution that both addresses the threat to livestock and preserves the black vulture population.
Blog By: Daniel Martell
In his blog, Vol. 17 Executive Editor Daniel Martell reports on a barrier in the transition to clean energy: local opposition to solar projects in rural communities. While opposition groups have delayed and derailed solar projects in the past, Martell argues that there are steps that solar farm developers can take to the conflict and cost that come with public opposition to their energy projects.
Blog By: Daniel Short
2L Staffer Daniel Short discusses the Kentucky legislature's decision to create an acreage requirement for hunting and fishing licenses, exempt private landowners. Shortly after, the legislature rescinded the rule, which Short argues was the right decision because of the requirement's uncertainty in enforcement and effectiveness, as well as the detriment to resident outdoorsmen.
While most people are in agreement that solar power is a viable alternative to fossil fuels, tensions can arise when communities must bear the burden with none of the benefits. In her debut post, staffer Samantha Blakeman examines why Winchester, Kentucky residents have opposed the introduction of industrial solar farms in their community.
The California Governor has recently issued an executive order mandating all passenger cars sold to be zero-emission vehicles by 2035. In Howard Ball’s post, he breaks down the rationale but brings an air of skepticism to the mandate. Keep reading to learn about the potential drawbacks of this futuristic law.
While COVID-19 has certainly hurt Churchill Downs and the city of Louisville, its effects can be felt by the entire equine industry. Racetracks, stables, and rescues alike will have to find new ways to create revenue and stay in business. Staffer Emily Allender examines the effects of the pandemic on the equine industry and how those involved have adapted.
Think all bourbon barrels should be the same? In staffer Scott Abney’s debut post, he thinks otherwise as he analyzes a proposed federal rule that would require distillers to use a new industry standard. This post breaks down the pros and cons of such a rule and discusses the major pushback from the industry. In the end, Scott will show that the proposed rule not being enacted is worth celebrating - perhaps with a glass of bourbon!
An administration change usually brings with it a slew of rollbacks, most to be expected…but what about the unexpected? In this post, Notes Editor Sam Lukens discusses the arguably unexpected environmental consequences associated with the Trump administration’s changes to the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. If you thought climate change was the only environmental issue worth debating, you may want to think again.
