Virginia in a Hurry, 2-06-09

by Bob Holsworth
February 5, 2009

Kaine and Howell Offer Compromise Smoking Ban,  Stakes Are High as Opposition to Plan Builds From Both Sides

Uncertainties Could Delay Passage of Virginia Budget

Kaine Warns Local Officials That the Worst Is Still Ahead

Police Argue Against Cuts to Law Enforcement Funds

Legislators Look to Cut Off Regional Jail Funds and Develop More Efficient Funding Mechanisms

Fralin Bill Passes House Enabling Schools to Ask Judges To Take Away Driver’s License for Dropouts and Students with Unexcused Absences

Valentine Bill to Limit Growth on US  29 Stalls in House Transportation Committee

Democratic Candidates Talk about Jobs and the Environment

Prince William Schools Propose to Freeze Salaries, Move Class Sizes to Maximum Number in State’s 2nd Largest System

Roanoke City Schools Consider Mass Layoffs, School Closings

House Commerce and Labor Tables Bill That Would Limit Interest on Car Tittle Loans to 36%

Virginia Beach Inches Closer to Light Rail Goal of $40 Million

Virginia Tech Has Record Number of Applicants for 4th Consecutive Year

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Posted in: Daily Updates, Elections 2009, General Assembly 2009, Green Politics, K-12 Education, Policy Issues, Smoking and Politics in Virginia, Stimulus Package, Tim Kaine
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