Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin vetoed bills from the regular legislative session, including one focused on protecting access to contraceptives. He signed seven bills into law and vetoed 48.
Key Points
Youngkin vetoed bills related to contraceptive access and skill games
He emphasized the importance of religious freedoms and parental rights
The vetoed bills were part of the regular legislative session
Pros
Protects religious freedoms of Virginians
Promotes robust conscience clause protections for providers
Upholds parents' fundamental right to make decisions concerning their children's upbringing and care
Cons
Criticism from Democrats for not caring about health or rights
Contentious issues surrounding skill games and property tax exemption for the United Daughters of the Confederacy