Senate Republican Leader’s Statement on Collective Bargaining Veto

RICHMOND, VA –  March 13, 2026

Today, Senate Republican Leader Ryan T. McDougle released the following statement regarding the Governor’s Veto on the Collective Bargaining Bill:

“After getting slammed by Republicans for the spineless attempt to dodge the fallout and dump the consequences on the next Administration, the Governor has finally vetoed the collective bargaining bill.

“This is a massive victory for Virginians. Even Democrats were screaming from the rooftops that this would’ve delivered the single largest tax increase in Virginia history.

“We will continue fighting for real affordability—not just empty talking points.”

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