Why did some cannabis advocates support Virginia's marijuana legalization veto? Barbara Biddle explains concerns about hemp regulations, licensing, small businesses, and the future of legal cannabis in Virginia.

What SB543 Means for the Industry Virginia’s 2026 legislative session delivered a major shift for the hemp and cannabis market with the passage of SB543. The bill is focused on increasing enforcement against illegal marijuana activity while strengthening oversight of licensed businesses. It introduces tougher penalties, expands enforcement authority, and creates new compliance requirements—like mandatory retail license verification decals and stricter THC limits on consumable products. It...

ODU cannabis educator (and CSBA Research & Education Chair) Latonya Warren breaks down legislation moving through Virginia’s General Assembly and what it could mean for the industry and consumers.