Posts Tagged 2017 General Assembly
Drones Are a Public Safety Issue, Says One Lawmaker
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Uncategorized, Virginia's News on January 3, 2017
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Privately operated drones are quickly becoming more commonplace, as hobbyists use them to take photos and videos. But they’re also posing a public safety hazard, one that one Virginia lawmaker says he has a solution for. Michael Pope has the story.
Special Elections: Could Virginia’s Senate Flip?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 28, 2016
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Think the election season is over? Think again. Voters in central Virginia are about to head to the polls for two special elections. And, as Michael Pope reports, control of the state Senate is at stake.
Are you eligible to vote in the special elections? Click here to find out if you live in the State Senate’s 22nd or 9th Districts.
Republican Leaders Want to Limit Welfare in Areas With High Unemployment
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Uncategorized on December 21, 2016
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Looking ahead to the General Assembly session next month, Republicans are hoping to crack down on welfare abuse. As Michael Pope reports, one of the items on their agenda is increasing work requirements for people receiving public assistance.
Virginia Governor Looks for Way to Raise Money on Internet Sales
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 20, 2016
Governor Terry McAuliffe proposes a way for Virginia to get a cut of the action, as more people buy online than in stores. (Credit: Andrew Dallos / Flickr)
For many years, state leaders in Virginia have been trying to collect sales taxes on purchases from outside the state. Now Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe has a plan. Michael Pope has the story.
Governor Highlights Improvements to Mental Health System in Budget Proposal
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 15, 2016
As lawmakers gear up for the legislative session beginning in January, Governor Terry McAuliffe is prepping his agenda. Wednesday, he rolled out a suite of ideas for how to improve the state’s mental health system. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
4 Out of 5 Offenders in Virginia Don’t Recommit Crimes After Release
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 14, 2016
Almost one in four criminals in Virginia will commit another crime after being released from prison or jail. Although that number may seem high, it’s actually the lowest in the country. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
Local Governments Craft Airbnb Regulations in Advance of General Assembly
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 12, 2016
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Local governments across Virginia are crafting new regulations to allow homeowners to rent their houses through online platforms like Airbnb. As Michael Pope tells us, the last-minute flurry of activity comes as members of the General Assembly are about to consider statewide regulations.
McAuliffe to Introduce Legislation for Reform of the Virginia Economic Development Partnership
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Uncategorized on December 12, 2016
Virginia’s governor is suggesting changes to how the state doles out economic development money. The proposals come after investigators blasted the Economic Development Partnership for mismanagement. Mallory Noe-Payne has details.
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