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Virginia’s Balance Sheet Almost Embarrassingly Strong

Posted on August 24, 2023 by Stephen D. Haner

“Our balance sheet couldn’t be stronger…this is our moment to soar.” So said Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin Wednesday.  Every year, our governors come to the legislature to report on the end of the fiscal year financial result, and often they say something like … Continue reading →

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Youngkin Seeks Competitive Bid on Future Ocean Wind

Posted on March 29, 2023 by Stephen D. Haner

Governor Glenn Youngkin (R) has proposed a stronger requirement in state law that any second wave of offshore wind serving Virginia be subjected to a competitive procurement process, rather than simply allowing Dominion Energy Virginia to build it with all … Continue reading →

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Five Reasons For Supporting Youngkin Tax Plan

Posted on January 30, 2023 by Barbara Hollingsworth

Last week, the Republican majority in the Virginia House of Delegates passed a $1 billion package of tax cuts for individuals and businesses, the centerpiece of Governor Glenn Youngkin’s economic agenda. But Democrats, who have a two-seat majority in the … Continue reading →

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Youngkin and House Prevail on Tax Issues, But Senate Imposes Delays, Conditions

Posted on May 31, 2022 by Stephen D. Haner

Do not be surprised if, by the time the next Virginia General Assembly elections roll around, the Democrats who are now complaining about the level of tax relief in the pending budget compromise switch positions, and campaign as champions of the deal. … Continue reading →

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Youngkin Holds Winning Hand on Tax Cuts

Posted on April 4, 2022 by Barbara Hollingsworth

Passing the state budget, which is a blueprint of how state tax money in Virginia must be spent during the next two years, is one of the General Assembly’s most important jobs. So the failure of the legislature to pass … Continue reading →

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