RICHMOND (WWBT) - Legal marijuana sales could begin as early as November 2026 under a draft of legislation presented Tuesday by the Virginia Cannabis Commission.

The joint commission outlined changes made to the bill after input from community members and stakeholders during Tuesday’s meeting.

The updated framework comes after Democratic wins in last month’s election strengthened support for legalizing marijuana sales.

Chairman of the committee, House Delegate Paul Krizek, said the bill would create a licensing system prioritizing small Virginia-based micro businesses and establish a framework for managing projected $400 million in annual revenue over the next five years.

“It builds a new market that supports hundreds of small businesses and strengthens Virginia agriculture, reduces th

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