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VA HB308
Bill
Status
Engrossed
2/16/2026
Primary Sponsor
Patrick Hope
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AI Summary
- Establishes a permit system through the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority for retail tobacco product retailers
- Requires retailers selling tobacco products to obtain and maintain a valid permit from the ABC Authority
- Creates regulatory oversight framework for tobacco retail sales in Virginia
- Grants ABC Authority enforcement powers over tobacco retail permitting, similar to its role with alcohol
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Legislative Description
Va. ABC Authority; permitting of retail tobacco product retailers, etc.
Last Action
Conference report agreed to by House (94-Y 2-N 0-A)
3/14/2026
Committee Referrals
Finance and Appropriations2/27/2026
Rehabilitation and Social Services2/18/2026
Appropriations: Transportation & Public Safety2/5/2026
Appropriations2/5/2026
General Laws: ABC/Gaming1/21/2026
General Laws1/9/2026
Full Bill Text
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