Virginia’s cannabis laws are at a critical crossroads as Governor Abigail Spanberger proposes delaying the start of recreational retail sales and introducing new criminal charges for public consumption.
Virginia first legalized marijuana possession for adults aged 21 and older in 2021, but retail sales have been blocked ever since. Spanberger’s proposed amendments would push the start date for recreational retail sales from January 2027 to July 2027.
“The General Assembly has been leading on marijuana legalization for years, and Governor Spanberger is committed to working together to safety and successfully create a retail marijuana market,” Spanberger’s press secretary said…