Hemp vs. Cannabis: What’s the Difference? Products containing THC and other cannabinoids have been legal to purchase in Virginia for years. But the availability and legality of THC-containing products made from hemp have changed significantly in Virginia recently. Before April 2026, Virginians had 2 legal avenues for purchasing THC: 1) hemp-derived products and 2) medical
For thousands of Virginians living with chronic pain, anxiety, cancer, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, PTSD, sleep disorders, and many other serious medical conditions, medical cannabis has become an important part of their treatment plan. While cannabis is often discussed in the context of changing laws, Virginia’s medical cannabis program is first and foremost a healthcare system
Virginia’s Medical Cannabis Program: Providing Safe Relief to Thousands Read More »
Virginia’s new hemp THC limit is now in effect. As of August 15, 2026, products sold as hemp in Virginia may contain no more than two milligrams of total THC per package. The previous exception for products containing at least 25 times more CBD than THC has ended. For patients who used delta-8, hemp-derived delta-9,
Virginia’s new hemp law THC limit took effect on August 15, 2026. It has removed many hemp-derived THC and full-spectrum CBD products from ordinary stores across the Commonwealth. Hemp rules are one piece of marijuana law in Virginia. For patients who use these products for pain, sleep, anxiety, nausea, or other symptoms, this is an
Virginia’s New Hemp THC Limit: What Patients Need to Know Read More »
Congress passed a federal hemp law in late 2025 that will prohibit most hemp-derived THC products. It was set to start November 12, 2026. Congress has since pushed the main THC limit back to December 11, 2026. Many patients have questions. Let’s review what we know. To see how this fits with state rules, read
Federal Hemp Ban & Your Virginia Medical Cannabis Options Read More »
Retail cannabis sales will finally be coming to Virginia in July 2027—but medical cannabis patients will continue to enjoy significant legal, financial, and medical advantages. After years of legislative debate, Virginia has officially taken the next step toward a regulated adult-use cannabis market. Under a compromise reached between Governor Abigail Spanberger and state lawmakers, licensed
For many years, Virginia medical cannabis patients found themselves caught between conflicting state and federal laws. A patient could legally obtain medical cannabis through Virginia’s regulated program while simultaneously facing uncertainty about firearm ownership, firearm purchases, and concealed carry rights under federal law. For the bigger picture, see our guide to Virginia marijuana laws. In
Medical Cannabis and Gun Laws in Virginia: What Patients Need to Know in 2026 Read More »
Why a Medical Cannabis Card Is More Important Than Ever Virginia patients hoping to see recreational cannabis dispensaries open across the Commonwealth were disappointed once again after Abigail Spanberger vetoed legislation that would have created a regulated adult-use marijuana retail market in Virginia. The decision marks yet another delay in the state’s long-running effort to
Governor Delays Virginia’s Non-medical Marijuana Market Again Read More »
On April 23, 2026, federal cannabis policy took a historic turn. For the first time in over 50 years, medical marijuana is no longer classified as a Schedule I substance under the Controlled Substances Act. Instead, state-authorized medical cannabis has been moved to Schedule III—recognizing its accepted medical use and opening the door to meaningful
Medical Marijuana Rescheduled: A Practical Guide for Patients Read More »
Some big news just came out about medical cannabis—and for cannabis patients, it’s great news. The federal government plans to move cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III. That may sound like boring law stuff, but this change could help patients in many real ways. In simple terms, the government is now acknowledging: 👉 Cannabis can
Cannabis Is Moving to Schedule III: Why This Is Good News for Patients Read More »