Now, the bill goes back to the governor, who can either accept it or veto it.

Sales are an integral part of ending the failed policy of prohibition. Let’s stay focused on getting the best possible outcome for the Old Dominion State!

The governor has until May 21, 2026, to either sign the legislation or let it become law without her signature. It is expected she will sign the bill. 

Five years after possession and home cultivation were legalized in the Commonwealth, it is time to regulate adult-use sales.

With the new leadership, now is the time to finally end cannabis prohibition for good!

With Virginia's new governor and lawmakers preparing to be sworn in, we’re optimistic that the Commonwealth will finally legalize adult-use sales in 2026.

The Old Dominion State voted overwhelmingly elected Abigail Spanberger (D), who supports legalizing adult-use cannabis sales.

The outcome of the governor's race and House of Delegates races will likely determine whether Virginia finally legalizes cannabis sales.

For the second year in a row, Governor Glenn Youngkin (R) vetoed bills to legalize adult-use cannabis sales, along with other cannabis policy reforms.

Last year, Virginia made history by becoming the first state in the South to legalize cannabis for adults. While adults can now legally possess and cultivate cannabis in the state, other aspects of the law — such as details for establishing a regulated cannabis market — don’t kick in until 2024. And, nearly all of the cannabis sales provisions are subject to further approval by the incoming legislature and governor.