Local Government News
2024 Reconvene Session Update
The General Assembly convened in Richmond for the Reconvene Session, also known as the Veto Session, as mandated by the state constitution. This session focused on reviewing the actions taken by the Governor on bills. Providing an overview, Delegate Mike Cherry shared insights on the legislative proceedings in a recent e-newsletter.Regarding the state budget, Delegate Cherry discussed the differing tax proposals by Governor Youngkin and legislative Democrats, highlighting the variance in their approaches. Despite initial discrepancies, efforts are being made to reach a...
Kiggans Secures Over $13.7 Million in Federal Funding for Local Projects
On March 12, Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02) announced she has secured $13,755,000 for 11 local projects across Southeast Virginia in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2024, which was signed into law on March 9, 2024.