A bill that would more than double the time spent on physical education in Fairfax County elementary schools is waiting for a flick of the pen from Gov. Bob McDonnell. Governors don’t make vetoes lightly — especially when legislation has passed a Democrat-controlled Senate and a Republican-dominated House. But many local jurisdictions have encouraged McDonnell to veto the bill mandating 150 minutes of physical education, citing costs above $18 million. They also say the time is better spent on subjects like art, music, science and social studies.

“Governor McDonnell is currently reviewing the hundreds of bills that have been passed by the General Assembly,” spokesman Jeff Caldwell said. “He has 30 days to complete his review and to take actions on the bills. He will conduct a thorough review of this bill in coming weeks before making a decision to sign, veto or amend it.”