Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 826: Marijuana; creates framework for retail sales.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 826 is a bill introduced in the Virginia Senate on January 23, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Marijuana; creates framework for retail sales. Primary sponsor: Louise Lucas (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 12, 2026): Incorporated by Finance and Appropriations (SB542-Aird) (15-Y 0-N).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
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.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louise Lucas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 18 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Incorporated by Finance and Appropriations (SB542-Aird) (15-Y 0-N)
- Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB826)
- Fiscal Impact statement From VCSC (1/26/2026 11:16 am)
- Referred to Committee on Finance and Appropriations
- Presented and ordered printed 26101012D