Posts Tagged State Budget
Demand on Virginia’s free clinics continues to rise as funding cuts loom
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 8, 2024
Virginia free clinics serve tens of thousands of patients, and many rely on state money for at least a portion of their funding. While the legislature appears poised to give those clinics less money, new numbers show the clinics are in higher demand than ever. Brad Kutner reports.
State lawmakers are running out of time to reach a budget agreement
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 6, 2024
Senior leaders of the General Assembly’s money committees are expected to meet with the governor this week to hash out a budget compromise. Michael Pope reports.
Who has the upper hand in a Virginia budget standoff?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 18, 2024
Lawmakers are expected to return to the Capitol in Richmond next month for a special session on the budget. Michael Pope has a preview.
Virginia’s budget deal pushed to May after newfound collaboration between Youngkin and legislature
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 17, 2024
Virginia’s top elected officials appeared unified around the promise of a real compromise budget during Wednesday’s veto session. Brad Kutner has more from the Capitol.
Youngkin slashes Democrats’ education budget, vetoes bipartisan school funding bill
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 9, 2024
Governor Glenn Youngkin released budget amendments and issued vetoes just hours before Monday night’s deadline. Some of Youngkin’s strikes hit education spending and funding plans crafted by Democrats. Brad Kutner has more from Richmond.
Youngkin offers over 200 amendments to budget bill
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 9, 2024
Governor Glenn Youngkin offered more than 200 amendments to the General Assembly’s proposed budget Monday. The governor struck a more conciliatory tone, opening up the upcoming budget fight on a positive note, but Democratic leadership remained wary, as Brad Kutner found out.
As Youngkin arena deal crumbles, the state’s budget hangs in the balance
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 29, 2024
Governor Glenn Youngkin’s hopes for a sports arena in northern Virginia may be dead, but politics in Virginia live on. Among deals that still need to happen between the Republican governor and his Democratic counterparts is the state’s budget. Brad Kutner has more.
Pope & Schapiro: Death of an arena
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 29, 2024
The death of a sports arena deal in northern Virginia grabbed most of the headlines this week. Michael Pope and Jeff Schapiro – political columnist with the Richmond Times-Dispatch – discuss that and all the happenings in state politics and government.
The session is over, but there are big disagreements on the state budget
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 15, 2024
Members of the General Assembly may have concluded their session. But as Michael Pope reports, the fight over the budget isn’t over.
Democratic priorities rule in legislative compromise budget
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 7, 2024
Thursday’s release of a budget between the two legislative chambers was overshadowed by the news it would not include Governor Glenn Youngkin’s arena project. But the document offers details about the state’s $87 billion annual spending. Brad Kutner has more from Richmond.
Virginia budget conferees share a few details as negotiations get underway
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 1, 2024
The deeply secretive budget process between the Virginia House and Senate is now underway. And while details are mum, Brad Kutner got what he could from those involved.
Which budget is asking Virginians to pay more?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 21, 2024
It’s been a few days since the Virginia House and Senate released their competing tax proposals, and about two months since we got Governor Glen Youngkin’s budget. So, which budget will make Virginians pay the most? Brad Kutner has more in Richmond.
Each chamber of the General Assembly to release their budget plans Sunday
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 16, 2024
Democrats in the House and Senate release their proposed budgets to the public Sunday. That will show where the two chambers are on spending priorities and will require compromise with Governor Glenn Youngkin’s budget through a deeply secretive process in the coming weeks. Brad Kutner has more from Richmond.
Virginia’s sales tax holiday will be back in October
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 8, 2023
Lawmakers have finally passed budget amendments. As Michael Pope tells us, the deal was struck too late for the traditional back-to-school sales tax holiday. But, parents and students will still get a break.
Who “won” the budget agreement, Republicans or Democrats?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 6, 2023
Members of the General Assembly usually hammer out a budget deal in February or March. As Michael Pope tells us, they finished action Wednesday, six months late.
There was another “winner” of the agreement — mental health initiatives, although advocates were hopeful the state would do more. Here’s reporter Michael Pope again:
How much should Virginians pay for a new Commanders football stadium?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 6, 2023
Among line items baked into the new state budget is $250,000 for a study into the future of a new Washington Commanders football stadium in northern Virginia. But, how much should Virginians spend if the team decides to move south of the Potomac? Brad Kutner asked some legislators in Richmond.
Some details of the budget agreement are clearer, as lawmakers return to Richmond
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 6, 2023
Members of the Virginia General Assembly return to the Capitol Wednesday to finally adopt budget amendments. As Michael Pope reports, some details have become clearer.
Here’s what’s known about the bipartisan budget agreement so far
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 30, 2023
Lawmakers will finally return to Richmond next week to pass amendments to a two-year budget that are already two months late. Michael Pope has the latest.
State lawmakers reach agreement on amendments to Virginia’s current budget
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 25, 2023
Members of the General Assembly are heading back to the Capitol to pass overdue budget amendments. Michael Pope has the latest.
Governor Youngkin urges General Assembly to send him budget amendments
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 23, 2023
House and Senate leaders may be a step closer to finally getting an agreement on budget amendments. Michael Pope has the latest.
Virginia’s budget and Youngkin’s presidential ambitions
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 21, 2023
Is the governor’s possible presidential campaign playing a role in the budget impasse? Michael Pope reports the answer isn’t so clear to political observers.
Local governments hurt the most by budget impasse
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 17, 2023
Lawmakers are still at odds over amendments to the state budget. Michael Pope reports, that’s causing problems for local governments across Virginia.
A big General Assembly accomplishment is being held up by the budget impasse
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 16, 2023
The budget impasse seems to have no sign of letting up any time soon, and as Michael Pope reports, that’s holding up a workforce redevelopment effort.
State lawmakers are running out of time for budget amendments
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 1, 2023
Now that an amended state budget is more than a month late, negotiators are running out of time to cut a deal. Michael Pope reports.
State lawmakers divided on what to do with budget surplus
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 24, 2023
Virginia’s latest financial forecast shows a growing budget surplus. As Michael Pope reports, that’s changing the ongoing discussion about the budget impasse.
It’s looking unlikely that state lawmakers will pass budget amendments before July 1st
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 5, 2023
Virginia’s next fiscal year is fast approaching. And as Michael Pope tells us, it could start with some uncertainty.
With a deadline looming, state lawmakers still don’t have an agreement on the budget
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 30, 2023
Members of Congress may be closer to resolving the conflict over the debt ceiling. But, as Michael Pope tells us, members of the Virginia General Assembly are still at a standstill with their budget amendments.
Right now, there’s no rush on the state budget
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 13, 2023
Lawmakers now have finished their one-day reconvene session and taken action on all the governor’s amendments and vetoes. But Michael Pope reports the budget remains a work in progress.
Redistricting might prevent some state lawmakers from participating in budget special session
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 14, 2023
Members of the General Assembly finished their legislative session without passing a budget, and they are expected to return to the Capitol soon to finish the job. But, as Michael Pope reports, all members of the legislature might not be able to participate.
The General Assembly has a long way to go on the budget
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 10, 2023
As lawmakers move toward the end of their General Assembly session later this month, several key lawmakers will be focused on balancing the books. Michael Pope reports.
Youngkin ceremonially signs state budget
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 21, 2022
After months of debate, negotiation and legislation, Governor Glenn Youngkin has put his signature on the state budget. As Jahd Khalil reports, the ceremonial signing Tuesday was held at a venue where Youngkin recorded ads during his bid for governor.
Youngkin amendments move funding to HBCU’s
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 16, 2022
Lawmakers will return to Richmond Friday to consider a number of budget amendments from the governor. Michael Pope has this report on two that focus on historically Black colleges and universities.
Will Governor Youngkin include a gas tax holiday in his budget amendments?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 14, 2022
House Republicans and Senate Democrats struck a deal on a possible budget that did not include a gas tax holiday. But that’s not the end of the story. As Michael Pope reports, the governor will get a chance to weigh in.
After months of negotiations, the General Assembly has come to an agreement on the state budget
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 1, 2022
Governor Glenn Youngkin is now considering his first budget since taking office. Michael Pope has details.
A look at some of the budget proposals lawmakers will take up next week
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 27, 2022
House and Senate leaders may be on the verge of cutting a deal on the budget. Michael Pope reports.
Budget standoffs are not without precedence in Virginia
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 25, 2022
Lawmakers ended the General Assembly session without passing a budget, and a final deal has yet to be struck. Michael Pope has this report on the history of budget standoffs
Education spending remains one of the biggest budget challenges for Virginia lawmakers
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 28, 2022
Lawmakers left the Capitol earlier this month without passing a budget, and House and Senate leaders remain divided on a number of issues. Michael Pope has this look at how education spending is a major budget debate heading into the special session.
State lawmakers must work out a $3 billion difference between House and Senate budgets
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 18, 2022
The General Assembly session is done and dusted. But as Michael Pope reports, lawmakers are still negotiating on the budget.
Virginia’s gas tax and the effort to reach a balanced budget
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 17, 2022
Gas prices across Virginia are more than four dollars a gallon. As Michael Pope reports, that has consequences for lawmakers trying to balance the budget.
Governor Glenn Youngkin wants lawmakers to suspend the state gas tax for three months
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 17, 2022
There are three big players in Virginia’s budget negotiations. On one side are Republicans who control the House and Governor Glenn Youngkin. On the other are Senate Democrats who held up much of the Governor’s agenda. Jahd Khalil reports on one signal about how those discussions are going.
Lawmakers Going Behind Closed Doors to Come Together on State Budget
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 5, 2021
Many lawmakers were hoping for a lightning fast special session this week. But, now members of the House and Senate are haggling over the details. Michael Pope reports.
House OK’s State Budget, But Virginia Senate Adds a Few Amendments
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 4, 2021
The House of Delegates is moving forward with a massive spending plan to appropriate billions of dollars of stimulus cash. Michael Pope has details.
Members of the Virginia Senate say the stimulus spending plan the governor sent them isn’t good enough, and they’re suggesting a change that would help sheriff’s deputies. Reporter Michael Pope has more on their proposed amendments.
Federal Aid and Unexpected Revenues Could Fund ‘Historic Investments’
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 18, 2021
Lawmakers are eyeing major investments in infrastructure and programming, as the federal government appropriated billions in relief money and state revenues came in higher than expected. Jahd Khalil reports.
State Lawmakers Working to Come Together on Virginia’s Budget
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 10, 2021
Lawmakers in Richmond are trying to balance the books during a pandemic and an economic crisis. Michael Pope reports.
State Lawmakers Working to Balance the Budget… Again
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 15, 2020
Lawmakers are trying to budget the state out of the red ink created by slumping revenues tied to the economic crisis. Michael Pope reports.
COVID-19 Prompts Cuts to Education in Revised Northam Budget
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 19, 2020
Governor Northam’s revised budget bill proposes cuts for education and a boost to Medicaid spending. But, the loss for schools isn’t necessarily a gain for healthcare. Cat Modlin-Jackson reports.
Here’s the full report from the Commonwealth Institute.
State Lawmakers Must Balance Budget Amidst COVID: What Does that Mean for Legislative Priorities?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 17, 2020
Credit: NPR
As lawmakers prepare to go back to Richmond and put together a revised budget, they’ll be confronting a number of difficult decisions. Michael Pope has this report about one of those decisions involving maternal mortality.
“And We’re Not Paying Them for That” Educators Flock to Richmond Requesting More Funding, Better Pay
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 27, 2020
Educators from across Virginia join hands in massive “Red4Ed” rally in Capitol Square, calling on lawmakers to fully fund request from the Virginia Board of Education. They say educators are overworked and short staffed. (Credit: Michael Pope)
Educators from across Virginia are in Richmond today, pressing lawmakers to fully fund education this year. Michael Pope reports from Capitol Square.
With One Week to Go, There’s No Budget Deal to Be Found at the General Assembly
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 2, 2018
Credit: MBandman / Creative Commons
Lawmakers are about to wrap up the General Assembly session and head home next week. But, they may end up leaving town without approving a budget. Michael Pope has details.
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