Posts Tagged Governor Glenn Youngkin
The governor wants to cut “unnecessary regulations,” but could that hurt housing development?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 5, 2023
Lawmakers are about to return to Richmond for the General Assembly session, and one of the items they’ll be talking about is expanding the stock of new housing. Michael Pope has this preview.
Youngkin touts tax plan, pushing for $1 billion in cuts
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 5, 2023
Governor Glenn Youngkin is pushing for an additional one billion dollars in tax relief. He touted his plan during a stop in Salem earlier today/Thursday. Nick Gilmore reports.
Youngkin proposes $500 million for economic development site readiness
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 5, 2022
Lawmakers are about to consider tripling the state budget line-item for prepping economic development sites. Michael Pope has those details.
Environmental groups aren’t a fan of Governor Youngkin’s energy plan
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 7, 2022
Environmentalists are taking issue with the governor’s new energy plan that keeps fossil fuels in the mix, while also growing alternative sources like nuclear. Michael Pope reports.
A new tourism ad featuring Governor Glenn Youngkin is raising questions
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 5, 2022
The Virginia Tourism Corporation has a new ad campaign featuring Governor Glenn Youngkin. Michael Pope tells us the ad agency doing the spots helped the governor get elected last year.
Opponents of Youngkin administration transgender student policies weigh options
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 20, 2022
Opponents of the governor’s new guidelines for transgender students are trying to figure out next steps. Michael Pope reports that might be a lawsuit.
Will school divisions follow Youngkin administration’s transgender student policies?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 19, 2022
Schools across Virginia may be about to take another look at policies regarding transgender students. Michael Pope reports.
Youngkin taps Wheeler to run new Office of Regulatory Management
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 1, 2022
Governor Glenn Youngkin is creating a new office aimed at reducing regulatory requirements in Virginia. Michael Pope reports he’s tapped a controversial figure to lead it.
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.
Governor Youngkin’s Violent Crime Task Force already being met with some criticism
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 6, 2022
Last month, Governor Youngkin cited a violent crime crisis in Virginia and announced the appointment of a task force to address it. That might seem like a solid political move. After all, who is in favor of violent crime? But critics are coming forward as Sandy Hausman reports.
New report suggests Virginia schools are falling behind
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 19, 2022
A new report on the state of Virginia schools shows that gaps are widening and scores are dropping. Michael Pope reports.
The Virginia debate over security protection for Supreme Court justices
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 16, 2022
Virginia’s governor is clashing with leaders in Fairfax County about security precautions at the home of several Supreme Court justices. Michael Pope reports.
Tribe continues long tradition of treaty ceremony in Richmond
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 22, 2022
For 309 years citizens of the Cheroenhaka (Nottoway) Indian Tribe of Southampton County in Virginia have marked a treaty with the English Crown with a tribute. Jahd Khalil was at the executive mansion for this year’s.
Pope & Schapiro: Virginia’s reconvene session and what to expect
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 22, 2022
The General Assembly will be back in Richmond next week for the reconvene session – weighing amendments and vetoes from Governor Glenn Youngkin.
Michael Pope and Jeff Schapiro with the Richmond Times-Dispatch preview what to expect from the session.
Sponsor says governor’s amendment is the exact opposite of religious expression bill’s intent
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 21, 2022
Lawmakers will be back in Richmond next week to consider several amendments from the governor. Michael Pope has this story about a controversial amendment on religious expression.
The sponsor of solitary confinement study is ok with governor’s amendment
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 19, 2022
Lawmakers will return to Richmond next week to consider several amendments from the governor to legislation from the General Assembly. Michael Pope has this report on one of those amendments to a bill aimed at limiting the use of solitary confinement in Virginia prisons.
Youngkin amendment would reduce restitution for wrongfully-convicted man by $1
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 18, 2022
Lawmakers are about to consider a bill to determine the exact dollar amount to pay someone who was wrongfully convicted and spent 22 years in prison for a crime he did not commit. As Michael Pope reports, the governor wants to reduce the amount of money by one dollar.
More African American cemeteries will have access to state funding thanks to new law
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 15, 2022
State-mandated racial segregation ended decades ago. But as Michael Pope reports, many parts of Virginia will be segregated forever: cemeteries.
Pope & Schapiro: Veto pen fireworks
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 15, 2022
Governor Glenn Youngkin set off political fireworks with the stroke of his veto pen earlier this week. What lies ahead for state lawmakers with the veto session on the horizon later this month?
Jeff Schapiro with the Richmond Times-Dispatch and Michael Pope take a closer look.
Youngkin vetoes include bipartisan measures to address medical debt issues
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 14, 2022
The idea that medical debt collectors might come after people having a hard time making ends meet is concerning to a lot of Republicans and Democrats, who worked together during the General Assembly session to protect Virginians.
As Michael Pope reports, now the governor is using his veto pen on two of those bills.
One gubernatorial veto would’ve helped localities address issues with slumlords
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 13, 2022
Governor Glenn Youngkin has vetoed 26 bills lawmakers put on his desk this year. Michael Pope has this report on one of those vetoes for a bill aimed at cracking down on slumlords.
What comes next for state lawmakers following Youngkin’s vetoes and amendments?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 13, 2022
Governor Youngkin’s vetoes of 26 pieces of legislation are the most since 1998. They would’ve meant some new policies for the Commonwealth. Jahd Khalil has this report on the politics of the move.
The debate over police use of facial recognition technology isn’t over
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 12, 2022
Lawmakers are not done debating whether police should be able to use facial recognition technology. As Michael Pope reports, an amendment from the governor will keep this issue on the docket for weeks.
Youngkin rolls back Northam’s limits on single-use plastics
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 7, 2022
Avoiding single-use plastic bottles and bags can be hard if it’s the only option around. State agencies had tried to phase them out, but those plans seem to be over now. Jahd Khalil has this report.
You can read Youngkin’s entire executive order here.
A gas tax holiday may not lead to savings for Virginia drivers
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 30, 2022
Lawmakers will be returning to Richmond next week for a special session. And, as Michael Pope reports, one of the things they’ll be considering is a gas tax holiday.
Youngkin will consider hundreds of bills in the coming weeks
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 25, 2022
The General Assembly session may be over, but the process of a bill moving from just an idea to becoming a law is far from over. Governor Glenn Youngkin still has hundreds of bills to consider, as Michael Pope reports.
Federal judge sides with parents of high-risk students in masking lawsuit
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 24, 2022
One of Governor Glenn Youngkin’s first moves in office was to weaken school mask mandates. Some parents and administrators quickly challenged that move in court. Reporter Jahd Khalil has this update on one lawsuit that stood out from the others.
Will Governor Youngkin sign a police facial recognition bill?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 23, 2022
Police departments across Virginia may soon be using your Facebook photo to see if you are a suspect in a crime. Michael Pope reports.
Governor Youngkin’s pick to run elections in Virginia is already proving controversial
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 21, 2022
Virginia has a new elections commissioner who will oversee voting in the Commonwealth. Michael Pope reports the appointment comes with some controversy.
Virginia’s community colleges find a new leader, as Youngkin wants more focus on workforce development
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 18, 2022
Virginia’s search for a new head of the state’s community college system ended Thursday. Jahd Khalil reports that Governor Youngkin was not pleased with the process.
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.
A General Assembly rejection of a cabinet pick isn’t without precedent
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 15, 2022
Governor Glenn Youngkin’s controversial pick for Cabinet secretary was rejected by lawmakers, although he’ll be sticking around as an advisor. Michael Pope reports that this has happened only one other time in Virginia history.
Does Virginia need tax cuts? The debate is heating up in Richmond
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 22, 2022
Members of the General Assembly are debating the need for tax cuts, and it’s a conversation that is getting heated. Michael Pope reports on the latest flare up.
Governor Youngkin signs legislation allowing parents to decide whether kids wear masks in school
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 16, 2022
Starting next month, masks will no longer be mandated in Virginia schools. Michael Pope has more from the state Capitol.
One charter school bill backed by the governor is most likely dead for this year’s session
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 9, 2022
Governor Glenn Youngkin wants 20 new charter schools in Virginia. Three major bills to get that done have been introduced. Jahd Khalil reports that one bill was sent to the full House of Delegates, but another of the Governor’s bills died Wednesday.
State Senate rejects Andrew Wheeler nomination
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 8, 2022
Governor Glenn Youngkin is dealing with a major setback. The state Senate rejected one of his key cabinet nominees Wednesday. Michael Pope reports.
Governor Youngkin’s promise of cutting the grocery tax could be in trouble
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 8, 2022
One of the governor’s top priorities for cutting taxes may be in trouble. Michael Pope explains why.
Republicans on committee send voter ID and voter registration bills to the House of Delegates
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 28, 2022
Democrats touted expanding voting access during their time in power in the General Assembly. Jahd Khalil reports the Republicans now in control of the House of Delegates have introduced bills to restrict voting access.
Youngkin asks General Assembly for $150 Million for charter schools
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 27, 2022
Virginia’s new governor wants to do some new things with public schools. One proposal involves the state’s universities. Reporter Jahd Khalil has more.
Youngkin hopes to fulfill campaign promise of cutting taxes for Virginia veterans
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 24, 2022
Members of the Virginia General Assembly are already hard at work balancing the books for the budget this year. And as Michael Pope reports, one of the top agenda items for the new Republican governor is fulfilling a campaign promise about veterans.
Gov. Youngkin’s mask order on schools gets pushback
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 19, 2022
School administrators and politicians are pushing back against Governor Glenn Youngkin’s executive order that would allow parents to opt their children out of school mask requirements, saying masking is the best way to keep schools open and the order doesn’t override a law on the subject. Jahd Khalil reports.
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