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Here’s a recap of the top stories on the morning of March 4, 2024:
Proposal could limit student transcript withholding
Reported by VPM News’ Megan Pauly
Every public university in Virginia prevents students who owe the school money from accessing their transcripts.
Virginia Medicaid halts part of new caregiver regulations
Reported by VPM News’ Henry Brannan
The restrictions would have applied to caregivers of a Medicaid-enrolled spouse or minor child with an approved disability.
In other news:
- Bill headed to governor aims to cut prison phone costs (Richmond Times-Dispatch)*
- AI frenzy complicates efforts to keep power-hungry data sites green (The New York Times)*
In case you missed it:
- Providing emergency services is a challenge in rural areas. Population growth makes it even more complicated. (Cardinal News)
*This outlet utilizes a paywall.
