Va. governor, lawmakers reach agreement on retail cannabis market

Lawmakers find path forward on retail cannabis legalization

Gov. Abigail Spanberger and lawmakers who brought retail cannabis legislation announced they had arrived at a compromise that would allow for the market to launch July of next year.

Here's When VA Retail Cannabis Sales Will Begin Under New Deal

The new deal was announced a month after Gov. Abigail Spanberger vetoed legislation to establish a retail marketplace for cannabis in VA.

Recreational marijuana deal struck in Virginia amid budget battle

A deal to legalize a recreational marijuana marketplace comes as Virginia approaches the possibility of its first ever state government shutdown.

Va. governor, lawmakers reach agreement on retail cannabis market

Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger announced Tuesday a plan for a retail marijuana marketplace to open in the commonwealth, a deal described as a compromise after months of ongoing discussions.

Gov. Spanberger, Virginia lawmakers reveal retail cannabis market compromise, sales to begin July 2027

After years of planning, proposals and vetoes, a retail cannabis market in Virginia now seems to be on the horizon.

Virginia Leaders Reach Agreement on Adult-use Cannabis Market, Sales Could Begin in 2027

RICHMOND, Va. — Virginia leaders announced Tuesday that they have reached an agreement to establish a regulated adult-use cannabis market, paving the way for recreational marijuana sales to begin July 1, 2027. Governor Abigail Spanberger joined Senator Lashrecse Aird and Delegate Paul Krizek to announce the legislation, which they say prioritizes public safety, safeguards for consumers, protections for minors, and...