Virginia Legalizes Recreational Marijuana | Raleigh News

Raleigh News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 30, 2026 · 1m

Virginia is finally launching its recreational marijuana market—after five years of legal possession, lawmakers have passed budget legislation allowing up to 350 licensed shops to open by July 1, 2027. This move aims to shut down the illegal market by offering tested, labeled, and safer products while creating legal competition. It also brings clarity to confusing rules and addresses historical inequities, especially for Black Virginians. Applications for retail licenses begin February 1, with possession limits increasing to two ounces and home cultivation still permitted. After years of…