SB826Introduced in the Senate
Marijuana; creates framework for retail sales.
Introduced by Louise Lucas, District 18
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Taxation, revenues, and cannabis. Creates a regulatory framework for retail marijuana sales in the Commonwealth, upon which a 12.875 percent marijuana tax, a 1.125 percent sales tax, and a three percent mandatory local tax are imposed under the renamed Virginia Alcoholic Beverage and Cannabis Control Authority. This bill was incorporated into SB 542.
Where it stands
Incorporated by Finance and Appropriations (SB542-Aird) (15-Y 0-N)
February 12, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Incorporated by Finance and Appropriations (SB542-Aird) (15-Y 0-N) · February 12, 2026
15
Yes
0
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
15 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
What do people think?
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See how each senator voted
| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Mark Obenshain | 2 | Yes |
| Todd Pillion | 6 | Yes |
| Creigh Deeds | 11 | Yes |
| Louise Lucas | 18 | Yes |
| Aaron Rouse | 22 | Yes |
| Mamie Locke | 23 | Yes |
| Richard Stuart | 25 | Yes |
| Ryan McDougle | 26 | Yes |
| Bryce Reeves | 28 | Yes |
| Jeremy McPike | 29 | Yes |
Bill history
Presented and ordered printed 26101012D
Referred to Committee on Finance and Appropriations
Fiscal Impact statement From VCSC (1/26/2026 11:16 am)
Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB826)
Incorporated by Finance and Appropriations (SB542-Aird) (15-Y 0-N)
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