This week’s update highlights legislative developments in CA, FL, OH, & OR.
Tag: Virginia
Multiple improvements to the state’s medical program became law July 1, 2023.
“This vote is another huge disappointment for Virginians, the majority of whom favor swift access to retail sales,” added Pedini. “Legislation providing regulatory oversight is the best way for the Commonwealth to protect cannabis consumers. By failing to take legislative action, lawmakers are electing to continue driving consumers to the unregulated, underground market.”
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NORML Development Director JM Pedini, said that Tuesday’s vote represented “another stunning failure of leadership on cannabis policy.”
If public safety is an actual priority for either chamber, then they will approve legislation to begin sales at licensed dispensaries as soon as possible.”.
Today, marks the one year anniversary of legalization in Virginia, and multiple changes to marijuana laws will take effect.
The language, which creates two new misdemeanors, will take effect with Republican Governor Glenn Youngkin’s signature.