(SB1024)

GOVERNOR'S VETO

Pursuant to Article V, Section 6, of the Constitution of Virginia, I veto Senate Bill 1024, which requires the Department of Motor Vehicles to offer customers the option to make voluntary contributions to the Virginia Highway Safety Improvement Program during electronic transactions.

While this bill aims to support highway safety, it sets a concerning precedent by integrating voluntary donations into core government functions. Transportation infrastructure should be funded through dedicated revenue streams and appropriations, ensuring accountability and long-term planning. In addition, incorporating solicitations within mandatory government processes is inappropriate opens the door to further requests for donation-based funding mechanisms.

Accordingly, I veto this bill.