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State aid for Va. Beach sports arena clears first hurdle
RICHMOND A local lawmaker won the first round Monday in his effort to get the state to help Virginia Beach build a sports and entertainment arena that could attract a national sports franchise.
Bill to repeal cohabitation ban advances
RICHMOND Unwed cohabitation may still be living in sin to some, but it would no longer be illegal if legislation working its way through the General Assembly becomes law.
Bill advances to repeal ban on ‘shacking up’
RICHMOND Unwed cohabitation may still be living in sin to some, but it would no longer be illegal if legislation working its way through the General Assembly becomes law.
Va. lawmakers’ gifts last year were padded with travel
RICHMOND The biggest gift reported by a state lawmaker from South Hampton Roads last year had no apparent connection to Virginia government.
Bill advances to limit catch of menhaden
The bill is in response to reports by officials at the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) that the number of menhaden off the coast of Virginia is dwindling.
Effort to repeal ban on ‘shacking up’ advances in Va.
RICHMOND Unwed cohabitation may still be living in sin to some, but it would no longer be illegal if legislation working its way through the General Assembly becomes law.
Va. voucher program offers up to $400 for caregivers
Virginia families who care for someone with disabilities or chronic health conditions can apply for up to $400 for respite care under a new voucher program from the state Department for Aging and Rehabilitative Services.
House panel: Va. schools may start before Labor Day
RICHMOND Schools won the first match Monday evening in the annual legislative tug-of-war over who should decide when schools start.
Bill would ease rules for pre-Labor Day school start
RICHMOND Schools won the first match Monday evening in the annual legislative tug-of-war over who should decide when schools start.
Aging Va. General Assembly Building needs repairs
RICHMOND A new report says the aging General Assembly Building on Capitol Square has asbestos in one tower and multiple fire and safety code issues. The report says the four-building complex needs extensive repairs. The findings were presented to the Senate Finance subcommittee on capital outlay earlier this month.
