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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Graig Graziosi

Virginia could approve 900 percent increase in fines for public marijuana use

Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger is facing calls to axe a section of a proposed budget amendment that would increase the penalties for using marijuana in public.

On Friday, Spanberger, a Democrat, sent her suggested amendments to an upcoming budget bill to the state's House of Delegates and Senate for approval. They are expected to address the measure on Monday, according to Marijuana Moment.

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