This marks the third consecutive year a Virginia governor has vetoed retail sales
“We are working to set up a marketplace that is controlled, regulated, and responsible"
A growing number of people are worried the start date is too soon
The state could accept applications for business licenses as early as September 1
It has been a bipartisan effort
Legislation establishes tax rates, license caps and rollout timeline for statewide sales
John Keohane, Chairman of the Board, said Patten brings a “wealth” of experience
According to the CCA, the area had been underserved for several years
"The challenge is going to be we want to make that bill bipartisan"
“Of course, now we’re in this limbo where the session ended"