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Virginia governor vetoes bill to legalise electronic skill games

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Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger vetoed Senate Bill 661, which would have legalised electronic skill gaming devices in the state. She said the proposal would add machines without a comprehensive regulatory structure and strain fragmented oversight.

The veto blocks the proposed legalisation of skill gaming devices in Virginia.

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