Virginia lawmakers this week resumed their quest to legalize adult-use marijuana retail operations in their state, the largest to legalize use and possession without also launching sales.
Meanwhile, elected representatives in West Virginia reintroduced a recreational marijuana legalization proposal.
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In Virginia, state Sens. Adam Ebbin and Aaron Rouse introduced a bill that would allow for adult-use sales to begin in the state in 2025.
It’s similar to an effort that failed last year.
And the familiar standoff between Virginia’s Democratic lawmakers, who control both chambers of the General Assembly, and Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin remains.
Virginia legalized adult-use cannabis possession in 2021.
However, the launch of a market projected to be worth $1 billion within three years required lawmakers to pass future legislation.
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