"Virginia Governor Youngkin Vetoes Bills on Minimum Wage Increase and Marijuana Retail Sales"

Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin, a Republican, vetoed bills that would have mandated a minimum wage increase and established retail sales of marijuana, citing concerns about health, safety, and economic competitiveness. The vetoed bills were top Democratic legislative priorities, and their rejection drew criticism from Democrats who control the General Assembly. Youngkin also vetoed three other bills, including one related to workers' compensation claims. The part-time General Assembly will meet again in April to consider Youngkin's proposed amendments and potentially attempt to override the vetoes, although any override attempt is likely to fail due to the narrow Democratic control of both chambers.