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Virginia leaders announce deal to launch legal retail marijuana sales in 2027

ByPot Shop News

June 17, 2026

[#item_full_content] Virginia would move from legal marijuana possession to legal retail marijuana sales under a budget agreement announced Tuesay by Governor Abigail Spanberger, Senator Lashrecse Aird and Delegate Paul Krizek. The proposal would create a regulated adult-use cannabis market, with recreational retail sales scheduled to begin July 1, 2027. If approved, it would mark a major change in Virginia cannabis policy. … Read More Virginia leaders announce deal to launch legal retail marijuana sales in 2027 Read More

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Virginia leaders announce deal to launch legal retail marijuana sales in 2027

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