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Youngkin appointees strike controversial language from new school overdose notification guidelines
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 27, 2025
Overdoses in Virginia’s schools was one of Governor Glenn Youngkin’s top concerns on the campaign trail.
Thursday morning, the state’s Board of Education voted to approve new guidelines for how schools should inform parents when they happen. But some of the language proved to be too controversial for even members appointed by Youngkin. Brad Kutner has more.
The Republican gubernatorial primary field has suddenly become more crowded
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 27, 2025
Lieutenant Governor Winsome Earle-Sears no longer has a lock on the Republican nomination for governor. Michael Pope reports on the campaign shakeup.
Youngkin likely to add to his record number of vetoes
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 26, 2025
Governor Glenn Youngkin already holds the record for most vetoes. And as Michael Pope reports, he’s about to bump up that total with dozens of new vetoes expected in the next few weeks.
Virginia Tech set to open its new Innovation Campus this week
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 26, 2025
Virginia Tech is about to open a new Innovation Campus in Alexandria. The big grand opening is Friday, and Michael Pope has this preview.
Early Roanoke College poll shows 15-point lead for Spanberger over Earle-Sears
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 25, 2025
The race for governor is starting to take shape as new polling numbers show where things stand eight months out from Election Day. Michael Pope has the numbers.
Here’s a link to the new polling from Roanoke College.
Proposed legislation would expand Youngkin’s ban on cell phones in Virginia schools
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 24, 2025
School boards across Virginia are about to start cracking down on students using cell phones. Michael Pope has the details.
Youngkin announces new website for Virginia’s fired federal workers
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 24, 2025
Governor Glenn Youngkin traveled to Northern Virginia Monday to announce a new state-run initiative meant to get federal workers fired by the Trump administration jobs in the Commonwealth. Brad Kutner has more.
Virginia Democrats send environmental bills to Youngkin’s desk, where his veto pen likely waits…
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 21, 2025
Governor Glenn Youngkin will soon consider a handful of bills aimed at transforming electricity generation. Michael Pope reports.
Pope & Schapiro: As session ends, the attention now turns to Youngkin
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 21, 2025
State lawmakers are about to send many bills to Governor Glenn Youngkin’s desk. Michael Pope and Jeff Schapiro – political columnist with the Richmond Times-Dispatch – discuss potential vetoes and the week that was in state government and politics.
Will the governor sign legislation cracking down on junk fees in Virginia?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 20, 2025
Governor Glenn Youngkin will soon consider a bill aimed at cracking down on junk fees. Michael Pope has the details.
Juvenile shackling bill headed to Youngkin’s desk
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 20, 2025
Governor Glenn Youngkin is considering a bill that would cut down on the practice of shackling children in court. Michael Pope reports.
State lawmakers consider additional protections for federal contractors
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 19, 2025
Members of the General Assembly are debating ways to protect Virginians from reductions to the federal workforce. Michael Pope reports.
Could Virginia finally rein in its loose campaign finance laws?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 19, 2025
Members of the General Assembly are considering reforming Virginia’s campaign finance system. Michael Pope reports.
Should Virginia police be allowed to lie to children?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 18, 2025
When is it OK for law enforcement officers to lie to children? Michael Pope reports.
Virginia lawmakers weigh social media restrictions for kids
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 18, 2025
Members of the General Assembly are debating what kind of restrictions they want to put on social media for children. Michael Pope reports.
After years of work, Virginia’s new gambling authority in limbo
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 13, 2025
Ever since Virginia expanded gambling options, legislators have been working to create a new state entity to regulate the industry. A bill to create a new Virginia Gaming Commission sailed out of subcommittee earlier this month only to be killed and instead have its language added to the budget. Brad Kutner spoke to legislators involved to find out why.
Contraception access likely to remain a hot issue beyond General Assembly session
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 13, 2025
Democrats in the General Assembly are taking several tracks in an effort to secure the right to contraception. And, as Michael Pope reports, they’re also hoping to take the issue on the campaign trail.
Efforts to reform Virginia’s campaign finance laws have died again this year
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 10, 2025
Members of the Virginia General Assembly are currently engaged in a number of debates about public policy issues. But as Michael Pope reports, some of the important issues are NOT being debated.
Virginia legislature looks to further embrace the blockchain
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 7, 2025
Blockchain technology is back at Virginia’s legislative session in 2025. An effort to allow businesses to use high tech to conduct transactions is the newest trend that elected officials are considering, just as one of the industry’s biggest fans enters the White House. Brad Kutner has more.
Regulations for air conditioning in Virginia prisons are gaining steam in Richmond
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 7, 2025
The Senate of Virginia is considering a bill to help inmates of prisons avoid extreme heat. Michael Pope reports.
Millions of dollars for Virginia clinics still in limbo following Trump’s funding freeze
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 6, 2025
Most people don’t think too much about how their local health clinic is funded, but recent shakeups in Washington D.C. may force Virginians to do just that. As part of President Donald Trump’s federal funding freeze, Virginia’s federally qualified health centers are currently missing millions of dollars. Brad Kutner has more.
Virginia’s senior groups advocate in Richmond
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 6, 2025
Aging isn’t easy. About 200 senior citizens traveled to Richmond Wednesday to ask the legislature for funding on issues they say will improve their quality of life, but also the lives of those coming up behind them. Brad Kutner has more.
Virginia Democrats look to lift funding cap on school support staff
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 6, 2025
Back in 2008 when the country entered a recession, states like Virginia took austerity measures to help balance their books. But some of those cost-saving measures live on today, even as the Commonwealth collects billions in surplus funds. Brad Kutner has more on the bipartisan effort to see the school support staff cap removed.
The General Assembly is in a heated debate over immigration enforcement
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 6, 2025
Virginia’s Republican governor is clashing with Democrats who run the General Assembly over the budget. And as Michael Pope reports, one of the flashpoints is immigration enforcement.
Virginia lawmakers are already working to respond to funding decisions in Washington
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 6, 2025
As the new administration in Washington plans to slash the federal workforce and freeze federal funding, members of the General Assembly are trying to figure out how to respond. Michael Pope reports that the Speaker of the House of Delegates is taking action.
Financial aid advisors say FAFSA applications are going smoother this year
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 6, 2025
Students hoping to go to college this fall may want to complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid – or FAFSA –application soon. Many schools and universities have deadlines in March for students to be eligible to get the most student assistance as possible. And, as Roxy Todd reports, parents have to complete the application too.
Bipartisan contraception coverage bill flies out of Virginia House
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 5, 2025
If Virginia’s House of Delegates gets its way, contraception might be cheaper in the Commonwealth, or at least easier to get. The effort got 70 votes to pass the chamber Tuesday, Brad Kutner has more from Richmond.
Legislation creating a marijuana marketplace continues to make progress, but will Youngkin sign it?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 5, 2025
Last year, Governor Glenn Youngkin vetoed a bill that would have created a way for people to sell marijuana in Virginia. Now, as Michael Pope tells us, lawmakers are planning to send a similar bill to his desk again.
Virginia advocates debunk oyster month myth
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 5, 2025
Virginia’s oyster industry has exploded in recent years thanks in part to environmental cleanup and other supports from the state’s General Assembly. Brad Kutner was on site for oyster day in Richmond Wednesday morning and filed this report.
It’s the halfway point of the General Assembly session; what’s happened so far and what lies ahead?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 5, 2025
Members of the General Assembly are halfway through their session, causing them to take stock of the situation and plan out a strategy for the remaining two weeks. Michael Pope reports.
A bill paving the way for a new casino in Fairfax County is moving on with an uncertain future
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 4, 2025
A bill that might lead to a new casino in Fairfax County got over a major hurdle Tuesday. Michael Pope reports.
Virginia Senate allows Youngkin school accountability effort to move forward
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 4, 2025
The Senate of Virginia is rejecting an effort to hit the pause button on a major education initiative of the governor. Michael Pope has the latest from the Capitol.
Former Afghan soldiers and their families in limbo after suspension on refugee programs
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 4, 2025
Three-and-a-half years ago, the United States abruptly left Afghanistan, leaving thousands of Afghans who had served along the American military in limbo, and in danger. Some did get out, through the U.S. refugee resettlement program.
Now, that President Trump has suspended refugee resettlement programs, it’s left many of those still waiting to get out, and their families, with fewer options. Roxy Todd reports on how this has impacted one former Afghan solider, who lives in Blacksburg.
After years of trying, Roem’s FOIA fees limit bill is moving forward
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 3, 2025
Members of the House of Delegates are now considering a bill that would create new limits on how much government agencies can charge for a public records request. Michael Pope has the details.
Virginia’s legislative budget looks to tackle Helene relief quickly
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 3, 2025
It’s been nearly four months since Hurricane Helene ravaged parts of Southwest Virginia and state legislators are looking to get funds to those who need them most. Brad Kutner spoke with legislators in Richmond.
Bill protecting doctors that give gender-affirming care clears state Senate, veto likely awaits
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 3, 2025
The state Senate has approved a bill protecting Virginia doctors who administer gender-affirming care. But as Michael Pope reports, the bill still may face a veto from the governor.
Full Virginia Senate to debate the state’s campaign finance laws today for first time in decades
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 3, 2025
Members of the Virginia Senate are about to debate campaign finance reform. Michael Pope has this preview.
Virginia legislators look to extend the standard deduction
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 31, 2025
Tax legislation may not be the flashiest topic, but it touches just about everyone in Virginia. The state’s standard deduction is set to expire this year, and Brad Kutner spoke to Republican and Democratic lawmakers who want to make sure it doesn’t.
A bill that would change Virginia’s alcoholic beverage ratio for restaurants is moving forward
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 31, 2025
Members of the General Assembly are considering legislation that could change how the restaurant business works in Virginia. Michael Pope has the latest.
School testing scores improve little, but Youngkin says its coming
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 30, 2025
Governor Glenn Youngkin painted a positive picture of stagnant school test scores Wednesday. The governor pointed to intense tutoring programs and more current testing to suggest a better path was possible, but others questioned his term-long strategy. Brad Kutner has more from Richmond.
Bills collecting information on data centers are having no luck in Richmond
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 30, 2025
As data centers continue to expand across Virginia, some members of the General Assembly are trying to adapt. Michael Pope reports that they’re not having much luck.
What happens if Medicaid is cut? Virginia lawmakers aren’t waiting to find out
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 30, 2025
Democrats who run the General Assembly are worried that the Trump administration might cut Medicaid and take away health insurance for lower-income people in Virginia. Michael Pope is at the Capitol with the latest.
An effort to study Virginia’s yearly elections is still alive in Richmond
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 29, 2025
Should Virginia ditch the longstanding practice of electing the General Assembly and the governor in odd year elections? Michael Pope has the story.
Virginia districts face the prospect of ICE agents entering schools
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 29, 2025
The Migration Policy Institute estimates there are more than 730,000 school-aged children living in the U.S. without legal status, and the Trump administration has said federal agents may enter schools to take people into custody. Sandy Hausman reports on the response of some districts here in Virginia.
Virginia Democrats warn against Trump’s federal worker buyout as questions around funding freeze continue
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 29, 2025
A leaked copy of a buyout offer to federal workers shows they have a choice: leave by the end of the week with months of severance or potentially be fired without benefits later on. Brad Kutner reports on how Virginia lawmakers are responding to the news.
Virginia Senate Republicans lament death of tax cut efforts
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 29, 2025
Virginia Senate Republicans told reporters Tuesday that citizens may face higher taxes if Democrats in the majority get their way. Brad Kutner has more from the Capitol.
The effort to end food insecurity on Virginia campuses
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 29, 2025
Members of the General Assembly are considering an effort to crack down on food insecurity on college campuses in Virginia. Michael Pope reports.
Federal funding freeze has Virginia lawmakers on edge
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 28, 2025
Members of the General Assembly are about to start negotiating a budget. But as Michael Pope tells us, they’ll be doing it in an environment of uncertainty.
To protect poultry against avian flu, avoid contact with wild birds
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 28, 2025
Avian, or bird, flu, continues to spread across the United States, mostly at poultry and cattle farms. There have been at least 66 confirmed cases in humans, and one person died earlier this month.
Poultry farmers and people with backyard flocks can protect their animals, and themselves, by limiting exposure to wild birds, as Roxy Todd reports.
Virginia Democrats are rejecting Youngkin’s tax proposals… for now
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 28, 2025
Some of Governor Glenn Youngkin’s proposed tax cuts hit some speed bumps this week. Michael Pope has this check on their status.
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