In the United States, cannabis is legal in 39 of 50 states for medical use and 24 states for recreational use. Legalizing cannabis for adults has been a wise investment.Legalizing marijuana would require several legislative decisions. More than half of US adults have tried marijuana, despite it being an illegal drug under federal law. Explore the growing list of US states that have legalized marijuana, including recreational and medicinal use, and the impact on businesses. In order to keep up with the ever-changing laws, DISA has provided this interactive map for information on legalization, medical use, and recreational use. On April 21, 2021, Virginia Governor Ralph Northam signed into law House Bill No. 2312 and Senate Bill No.