Meanwhile, House passes Suetterlein bill to make Parole Board votes public.
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House panel rejects bills allowing localities to levy sales tax for school construction
Speakers warn the alternative will be for localities to raise property taxes — perhaps 25% in Prince Edward County.
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Senate and House approve competing budget bills
House debates school construction plan. O’Quinn defends the details.
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The great divide: How the House and Senate budgets differ
The two chambers will vote today on their respective budgets.
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Hanger weighs move for bid in the 3rd Senate district
If he decided to run, the senator from Augusta would face Head in GOP primary.
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Grant program for Wythe County’s medical glove plant clears Senate panel
Also on Tuesday: Democrats defeat proposal that called for a statewide repeal of the many drop-off locations for the return of absentee ballots.
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Most Virginia voters in favor of teaching critical race theory, new poll finds
Majority also want budget surplus to be spent on education, public safety and social services, according to the Wason Center for Civic Leadership survey.
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House pushes for $2 billion to fund school construction needs
Budget amendment also includes $1 million for Catawba Hospital study and $15.7 million for life sciences labs in Roanoke and New River valleys.
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House proposes $11.4 million for flood victims in Hurley
Legislative action comes after initiative by Del. Will Morefield, R-Tazewell County.
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Head makes bid for the state Senate
The Republican delegate from Botetourt will run in the newly drawn 3rd District.