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Anti-uranium groups launch radio ad opposing mining
RICHMOND Fearful pro-uranium factions may convince state leaders to move ahead with mining regulations, an anti-uranium coalition has launched a new radio ad urging Gov. Bob McDonnell to resist such appeals. The minute-long ad features the accented voices of Southside Virginians decrying the alleged ills of uranium mining and its potential to spoil the environment.
Tougher gun crime penalty bills clear Va. Senate panel
A Senate committee has endorsed two bills to impose tougher penalties for the improper transfer of firearms to ineligible people, and on those who bring guns or explosives to schools with malicious intent.
Va. Senate panel approves Virginia Beach arena bill
RICHMOND Legislation to give Virginia Beach additional flexibility to finance a sports and entertainment arena cleared a critical step Wednesday when the powerful Senate Finance Committee approved the measure.
Bike tailgating measure clings to life in Va. House
RICHMOND A legislative effort to outlaw tailgating bicycles is clinging to life in the General Assembly. A Senate-passed bill (SB1060) from Sen. Bryce Reeves, R-Fredericksburg, approved by a House subcommittee today, would add bikes and other non-motorized vehicles to the list of those that cannot be followed “more closely than is reasonable and prudent.”
Va. House panel: Felons may serve weekend jail time
RICHMOND A House subcommittee this evening approved a measure allowing felons to serve weekend jail sentences.
Va. bicyclists will stay unprotected from dooring
RICHMOND It’s not looking good for bicycle-friendly legislation in the 2013 General Assembly. State Sen. Chap Petersen’s “dooring” bill (SB736) failed to advance today from the House Transportation Committee on a 7-7 tie vote, likely dooming its chances for the session.
Va. bicyclists will stay unprotected from ‘dooring’
RICHMOND It’s not looking good for bicycle-friendly legislation in the 2013 General Assembly. State Sen. Chap Petersen’s “dooring” bill (SB736) failed to advance today from the House Transportation Committee on a 7-7 tie vote, likely dooming its chances for the session.
House approves concealed weapons secrecy in Va.
RICHMOND The House of Delegates has passed legislation to keep the names of concealed handgun permit holders secret. Republican Sen. Mark Obenshain's bill originally just shielded the names of permit applicants who have obtained protective orders against another person. The House Militia and Police Committee last week expanded the bill to cover anyone who obtains a permit.
House approves concealed handgun secrecy in Va.
RICHMOND The names of concealed handgun permit holders would be kept secret under legislation passed Tuesday by the House of Delegates. Sen. Mark Obenshain's bill originally just shielded the names of permit applicants who have obtained protective orders against another person. The House Militia and Police Committee last week expanded the bill to cover anyone who obtains a permit.
Report compares Virginia with other states
RICHMOND How does Virginia stack up against the other 49 states? Glad you asked.
Assembly report: Virginia is high-income, low-tax state
RICHMOND How does Virginia stack up against the other 49 states? Glad you asked.
Va. Assembly honors Olympic gold medalist Douglas
RICHMOND Olympic gymnast Gabrielle Douglas has been recognized by the Virginia General Assembly. Douglas received a standing ovation today by the state Senate, which presented the Virginia Beach native a framed copy of a resolution honoring her for her accomplishments.
