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Here’s what House lawmakers want to require of data centers to keep their sales tax break
Legislators are still hammering out differences in the Senate and House versions of the state spending plan, with proposed new...
Read moreDetailsVirginians gave input on congressional maps; most voters couldn’t
Virginians gave input on congressional maps; most voters couldn’t Roger Chesley | Virginia Mercury Amid all the Sturm und Drang...
Read moreDetailsSpanberger marks first 100 days with focus on healthcare, housing and energy affordability
State budget progress uncertain as governor awaits lawmakers’ spending plan By: Charlotte Rene Woods - April 28, 2026 5:25 am...
Read moreDetailsCerina and Justin Fairfax tragedy underscores new Va. laws that could help prevent similar violence
ANNANDALE, VIRGINIA - APRIL 16: Law enforcement secure a crime scene outside the home of former Virginia Lt Gov Justin...
Read moreDetailsGuv’s emphatic veto on Fairfax casino won’t be the last word – bet on it
USA, Nevada, Las Vegas Scott Surovell – the Senate majority leader, Fairfax County Democrat, and persistent supporter of a casino-entertainment...
Read moreDetailsData center tax exemption changes still holding up Virginia budget
A Democratic senator wants to end the $1.9 billion handout. The industry doesn’t want to cede that much. By: Charles...
Read moreDetailsVirginia cannabis retail plan in limbo after lawmakers reject Spanberger changes
Governor must decide whether to sign or veto long-debated proposal as disputes over regulation, enforcement and timelines persist. By: Markus...
Read moreDetailsLocal governments race to attract data centers, often in spite of concerns from their constituents
As more information about the operation of data centers becomes publicly available, communities are sounding the alarm on an industry...
Read moreDetailsStopping overdoses is only the first step: Virginia must build what comes next
The commonwealth can become a national model for what sustained recovery can look like when policy, funding and community are...
Read moreDetailsVirginia lawmakers recess special session without a budget deal
Democratic divide over data center incentives and skill games veto leaves $212B spending plan unresolved. By: Markus Schmidt, Shannon Heckt...
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