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Here’s a recap of the top stories on the morning of Jan. 11, 2024:
Youngkin's State of the Commonwealth: 'Virginia is stronger than ever'
Reported by VPM News’ Jahd Khalil
On Wednesday, Virginia’s General Assembly took on a new look, with new members being sworn in and a historic first for the House speaker.
Democrats regained control of the House of Delegates last fall and bolstered their thin majority in the Virginia Senate. Members of the House and Senate will have considerable influence over the only budget Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s administration has control over due to the way Virginian electoral and budget cycles line up.
Virginia needs more oversight, coordination of flood resilience efforts, state group says
Reported by WHRO News’ Katherine Hafner
Virginia is at the forefront of coastal resilience efforts nationwide. It's one of few states with a dedicated comprehensive plan on the topic. But the commonwealth currently faces several challenges that delay or hinder those efforts, according to a report from the Resilience Coordination Working Group.
In other news:
- Democratic legislator wants to fill environmental justice council vacancies (Virginia Mercury)
- Youngkin, Dems back overhaul of Virginia's K-12 funding formula (Richmond Times-Dispatch)*
In case you missed it:
- Monticello to buy historic neighbor Michie Tavern (The Daily Progress)*
- Virginia ranks in top 10 of several national ag cash receipt categories (The Roanoke Times)*
*This outlet utilizes a paywall.