Virginia Governor Vetoes Recreational Cannabis Sales Bill - Merry Jane

Virginia Governor Vetoes Recreational Cannabis Sales Bill - Merry Jane

On March 24, 2025, Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin vetoed legislation that aimed to establish a regulated market for the sale of recreational cannabis in the state. This marks the second consecutive year that Governor Youngkin has rejected such a proposal.  Governor’s Justification In his veto statement, Governor Youngkin expressed concerns that the bill would “endanger Virginians’ health and safety.” He cited potential adverse effects on child…

Senate again upholds school sales tax veto

Virginia’s Senate, for the second year in a row, has upheld Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s veto of an Isle of Wight County-backed bill that would have authorized any Virginia city or county to raise its sales tax by 1% by voter referendum to fund school construction. Only nine Virginia localities – Charlotte, Gloucester, Halifax, Henry, Mecklenburg, Northampton, Patrick and Pittsylvania counties and the city of Danville – are afforded the option under cu…