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HB 1928

Minimum wage.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Bonita Anthony and 34 co-sponsors

Virginia's minimum wage increase bill (HB 1928) was vetoed by the Governor and the House failed to gather sufficient votes to override the veto, leaving minimum wage unchanged.

Requires 64 affirmative votes to override Governor's veto
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Bill Summary · HB 1928

Legislative bill overview

HB 1928 would have increased Virginia's minimum wage, though the specific rate increase is not detailed in the action history provided. The bill passed through the Virginia House of Representatives but was vetoed by the Governor on March 24, 2025, and the House failed to override that veto on April 2, 2025 (falling short of the 64 votes required).

Why is this important

Minimum wage changes directly affect millions of low-wage workers' earnings and living standards, while simultaneously impacting labor costs for employers and potentially influencing inflation and employment levels. The veto override failure means Virginia's minimum wage will remain unchanged, affecting economic policy for the state's workforce.

Potential points of contention

  • Economic burden on small businesses – Critics argue minimum wage increases raise labor costs that small employers may struggle to absorb, potentially leading to reduced hiring or automation
  • Worker purchasing power and inflation – Supporters argue wage increases are necessary to keep pace with cost of living, while opponents contend rapid increases can drive inflation
  • Regional economic differences – Virginia's urban areas (Northern Virginia, Richmond) have vastly different living costs than rural regions, making a uniform state minimum wage controversial

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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