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This Virginia Business article examines proposed amendments to Virginia’s adult-use cannabis legislation, including moving the start of retail sales to July 2027 and reducing the number of available store licenses. Tanner Johnson discusses the trade-offs for local businesses, noting that a longer implementation period could provide more time to prepare while also delaying consumer access to a safe and regulated market. The story highlights the importance of creating a competitive framework that gives Virginia-based businesses a realistic opportunity to participate.