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Virginia’s congressional redistricting election cost more than $5M
Virginia's congressional redistricting election cost more than $5 million, with localities incurring additional expenses after the Supreme Court voided the results.
FBI raids Sen. Louise Lucas’ office, business in Portsmouth
FBI agents raided Virginia Democratic Sen. Louise Lucas' Portsmouth district office and nearby cannabis business Wednesday morning, the agency confirmed.
Spanberger’s marijuana amendments include delay in sales to July 2027
Gov. Abigail Spanberger proposes delaying Virginia's retail marijuana sales launch to July 2027 and raising the tax from 6% to 8% after 2029.
Spanberger vetoes Fairfax casino referendum vote
Gov. Abigail Spanberger on Thursday vetoed legislation that would have led to Fairfax County's referendum vote to determine whether a casino would be built in Tysons.
Virginia governor’s approval rating is split, poll shows
Virginia governor Abigail Spanberger's approval rating is nearly split at 47% approval and 46% disapproval, according to a George Mason University poll.
Law, accounting sectors adapt to AI, regulatory changes
Virginia's law and accounting sectors are evolving with AI adoption, new noncompete laws, and CPA licensing changes to address workforce and regulatory challenges.
Virginia data center tax reform passes House as other sales tax bills stall
The bill requires data centers to use noncarbon emitting generators and backup sources to qualify for existing sales and use tax exemptions.
Tazewell court again blocks Virginia redistricting vote after RNC sues
A Tazewell County Circuit Court judge has issued a temporary restraining order blocking a special election in April that could redraw Virginia's congressional districts.
Virginia moves closer to legal retail marijuana sales
Retail marijuana moves closer to reality in Virginia as House and Senate approve different bills headed to conference committee.
Virginia Dems pass bills for family, medical and paid sick leave
Legislation creating a state family and medical leave insurance program and a measure requiring employers to provide paid sick leave are progressing in Virginia's legislature.
Virginia legislature passes $15-per-hour minimum wage
Virginia's General Assembly passed legislation Monday that will raise the state's minimum wage incrementally to $15 an hour by Jan. 1, 2028.
Virginia redistricting vote will take place in April, court rules
The Virginia Supreme Court agreed to hear Democrats' appeal of a court order blocking their mid-decade congressional redistricting plan ahead of an April referendum.
