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Virginia Republicans announce election review panel
In the wake of a tied contest and other issues in last fall’s elections, Republican leaders in the General Assembly announced Thursday that they will form a panel to address such situations at the polls in the future.
Senate Republicans reject Medicaid expansion
Republicans in the Virginia Senate on Thursday tabled legislation that would have expanded Medicaid coverage to hundreds of thousands of lower-income residents of Virginia.
Democrats tout bills they say would help workers
Democratic lawmakers are urging passage of legislation to boost wages paid on state construction projects, increase overtime pay for public and private employees, and prohibit employers from asking job applicants about their salary history.
Smart grid key to unlocking Richmond Region’s growth potential
The bottom line will be greater resiliency and fewer energy-related concerns for businesses across the region.
Bill calls for a special election if a recount ends in a tie
The Virginia Legislative Black Caucus on Wednesday called for a law requiring a special election if an election recount ends in a tie – as it did in the state’s 94th House District last fall.
Workers’ compensation bills die in subcommittee
Legislation aimed at protecting and improving employees’ worker compensation rights were struck down Tuesday by a House subcommittee.
Businesses may get tax credits to train high school students
Juniors and seniors in Richmond City Public Schools would receive paid apprenticeships and training with local businesses, and participating employers would get tax credits from the state, under legislation filed by a bipartisan pair of lawmakers.
Senators suggest charging tolls on trucks on I-81
Two state senators are calling for a study on the feasibility of imposing tolls on large trucks using Interstate 81.
Boundary quandary
Panel considers whether Virginia should redraw its local government map.
Tax Cuts and Jobs Act adds new considerations for M&A transactions
The legislation contains several provisions that will significantly impact deal flow in Virginia and across the United States.
Senate panel rejects bill banning utility campaign donations
A senator’s repeat attempt to prohibit campaign donations from Dominion Energy and other regulated monopolies was struck down by a Senate committee Tuesday.
Proposals seek to end gerrymandering in Virginia
An assortment of bills designed to revise standards for drawing Virginia’s electoral districts could be the beginning of the end for gerrymandering in the commonwealth, according to redistricting reform proponents.
