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House Bill 642 (HB642), introduced on January 13, 2026, by Delegate Paul Krizek (D), establishes a framework for a regulated retail marijuana market in Virginia. Administered by the Virginia Cannabis Control Authority (CCA), the bill prohibits retail sales before November 1, 2026, while advancing licensing processes beforehand. It prioritizes a competitive, decentralized market structure designed for long-term viability, with safeguards against undue concentration by large mu

In communities across Virginia—from the scenic Appalachian regions of Southwest Virginia to suburban and urban areas farther north—the Cannabis Small Business Association (CSBA) 2026 Cannabis Consumer Survey has compiled extensive and detailed feedback from a wide-ranging group of residents who incorporate hemp-derived and low-THC cannabis products into their wellness routines. This robust survey illuminates the significant therapeutic contributions these products make to eve

The Cannabis Small Business Association is deeply grateful to have had a representative from VDACS who was so open and forthcoming about the immediate roll-out of hemp inhalable enforcement.

Speaker Don Scott delivered a powerful and deeply personal speech at a fundraiser for Delegate Kelly Convirs-Fowler, outlining a vision that could significantly benefit Virginia's small businesses, especially those navigating the complex and often restrictive regulations within the cannabis and hemp industries.