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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

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.