Marijuana Moment

With a vote on Tuesday by Virginia’s House of Delegates, both chambers of the legislature have now passed bills that would legalize and regulate recreational marijuana sales in the commonwealth.

House members voted 53–46 to approve HB 2485, from Del. Paul Krizek (D), which would allow adults 21 and older to purchase up to 2.5 ounces of marijuana from regulated, state-licensed retailers. The vote comes after the Senate last week approved companion legislation, SB 970, from Sen. Aaron Rouse (D).

Each bill now proceeds to the opposite chamber for consideration there.

Even if lawmakers give final approval to the legislation, however, Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R) has indicated he plans to veto it, as he did last year with nearly identical legislation.

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Both Chambers Of Virginia’s Legislature Have Now Voted To Legalize Recreational Marijuana Sales

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Concerns have been raised about the increasing number of marijuana plants being uprooted from maritime islands, highlighting the prevalence of illegal cultivation in these areas.

A total of 46,000 plants were uprooted in Vanua Levu, while 146 plants were discovered and destroyed in Vanuabalavu and Gau Island earlier this month.

Assistant Commissioner of Police Operations Livai Driu told fijivillage News that the war against drugs requires a holistic approach, involving not only enforcement but also education and rehabilitation to address the root causes of drug cultivation and use.

He says this demonstrates the strong partnership between communities and the Police.

Driu stresses the importance of community cooperation in combating drug-related activities and praised the ongoing efforts of residents to report suspicious activities.

He adds the Police will continue to work closely with maritime communities to create a safer and drug-free environment.

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