“I continue to support the creation of a retail marijuana market”
This marks the third consecutive year a Virginia governor has vetoed retail sales
“We are working to set up a marketplace that is controlled, regulated, and responsible"
A growing number of people are worried the start date is too soon
The state could accept applications for business licenses as early as September 1
It has been a bipartisan effort
Legislation establishes tax rates, license caps and rollout timeline for statewide sales
John Keohane, Chairman of the Board, said Patten brings a “wealth” of experience
According to the CCA, the area had been underserved for several years
"The challenge is going to be we want to make that bill bipartisan"