Virginia’s Democratic-led House and Senate pass separate proposals for amending the state budget – WTOP News

Both chambers signed off on amendments that would tweak the final year of the 2024-2026 budget, overhauling Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s own revisions. RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Virginia’s Democratic-led Senate and House of Delegates debated tax relief and economic stability Thursday before passing separate plans for amending the two-year state budget, laying the groundwork for negotiations…

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Virginia’s first full day of legislative session delayed by water issues from winter storm – WTOP News

Officials will gather when the buildings reopen Jan. 13, just in time for Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s State of the Commonwealth address. RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Virginia’s state Capitol and General Assembly buildings are going to be closed Wednesday, effectively postponing lawmakers’ first working day of the legislative session nearly two days after a winter storm…

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