What is “Budding” in Virginia’s Cannabis Industry?
While Virginia became the first southern state to legalize the adult use of cannabis through the Cannabis Control Act (“Act”) on July 1, 2021, progress in that newly created industry has slowed substantially. While it is now legal for adults 21 and older to possess up to one ounce of cannabis and to cultivate up to four cannabis plants per household for personal use at their place of residence, the November 2, 2021 election saw Republicans sweep the offices of Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General and now hold a majority in the House of Delegates. While Senate leadership remains the...
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