Virginia governor faces backlash over 900% marijuana fine hike
#MarijuanaJustice #VirginiaPoliticsVirginia lawmakers consider a 900% fine increase for public marijuana use, from $25 to $250. Advocates warn the penalty disproportionately targets Black residents, deepening racial and economic disparities. The budget amendment vote occurs Monday. read more
Virginia governor faces backlash over 900% marijuana fine hike
#MarijuanaJustice #VirginiaPoliticsVirginia Governor Spanberger faces calls to remove a proposed 900% fine increase for public marijuana use, from $25 to $250. Critics call it a "poverty penalty" that disproportionately targets Black residents, deepening racial and economic disparities. read more