Virginia Expands Marijuana Access, Allowing Stores To Sell It For Recreational Use

Virginia Expands Marijuana Access, Allowing Stores To Sell It For Recreational Use Retail license applications can be submitted starting Feb. 1, and adults 21 and older may legally purchase marijuana — up to 2 ounces — starting July 1, 2027. The state's coffers expect to see a $51 million tax boost during the first year of legal sales, according to legislative budget documents. Plus, Arkansas still plans to ban SNAP benefits from being used for sugary items. https://kffhealthnews.org/morning-briefing/tuesday-june-30-2026/