Tag Archive | "budget"

Money’s tight, so is VA Legislature’s docket

January 09, 2012

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By Hannah Hess & Bill McMorris | Virginia Statehouse News

RICHMOND — The fastest 60 days in politics begin here Wednesday, and political players on both sides of the aisle are preparing for what could be a make-or-break session for Gov. Bob McDonnell.

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McDonnell proposes DMV fee hikes for VA drivers

December 19, 2011

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By Bill McMorris | Virginia Statehouse News

RICHMOND — Virginia drivers may want to renew their licenses a bit early to avoid the increased fees laid out in Gov. Bob McDonnell's budget proposal. 

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Supercommittee failure puts Va. jobs, debt, credit on the line

November 23, 2011

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By Peter Smith | Virginia Statehouse News

ALEXANDRIA Virginia lawmakers could call the day before Thanksgiving “Black Wednesday” as a federal debt committee's failure means the state must face a $500 billion cut in federal defense spending that could hurt jobs, revenue and its AAA credit rating.

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Administration recommends capping employee time off

October 17, 2011

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By Amanda Iacone | Virginia Statehouse News

RICHMOND — In a move to save tax dollars, state officials are working to cap the number of paid time-off hours state employees can bank.

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Federal budget fights continue to hold up relief for Virginia communities

September 23, 2011

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By Amanda Iacone | Virginia Statehouse News

RICHMOND — Waiting for federal disaster assistance was not an option for David Whitlock.

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Localities fret loss of FEMA money

August 30, 2011

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By Amanda Iacone | Virginia Statehouse News

RICHMOND — As federal disaster relief runs dry, Virginia communities may not get the help they need any time soon, as they clean up from Hurricane Irene’s pummeling.

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Localities seek reprieve from state spending cuts

August 19, 2011

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By Amanda Iacone
Virginia Statehouse News

RICHMOND — City and county officials statewide are disappointed that none of Virginia’s year-end cash balance will help pay for local services.

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McDonnell lays plan to protect state’s economy, credit

August 18, 2011

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By Amanda Iacone
Virginia Statehouse News

RICHMOND — Legislators statewide welcomed a proposal by Gov. Bob McDonnell to wean the state from its military-dependent economy and shore up its cash reserves.

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Virginia’s credit may hold out

August 10, 2011

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By Amanda Iacone
Virginia Statehouse News

RICHMOND — Virginia has a better credit score than the U.S. government and state officials hope to keep it that way.

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Debate begins over next biennial budget priorities

August 04, 2011

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By Amanda Iacone
Virginia Statehouse News
 
RICHMOND — Months before state lawmakers will consider the details of a new two-year budget, both sides of the political divide are gearing up for a fight over the state’s spending priorities as state revenue continue to come in below 2007 levels.

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