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Here’s a recap of the top stories on the morning of March 25, 2024:
Henrico hosts public hearing on $1.2B FY2025 budget
Reported by VPM News’ Lyndon German
As County Manager John Vithoulkas said, the proposed budget focuses on as many priorities as possible while maintaining the same real estate tax rate.
Youngkin vetoes, amends two dozen criminal justice bills
Reported by VPM News’ Dawnthea M. Price Lisco
Late Wednesday, a news release from the governor’s office announcing he signed 36 bills into law, amended a pair of criminal justice proposals — and vetoed 22 others he said would undermine public safety in the commonwealth.
In other news:
- Top Democrats tell Gov. Youngkin they can’t negotiate while he makes ‘backwards budget’ tour (Cardinal News)
- U.S.: Virginia fixed significant special education issues (Richmond Times-Dispatch)*
- Ted Leonsis has talked to Gov. Wes Moore about arena plans (The Baltimore Banner)
In case you missed it:
- Bob Sledd exits role as paid Youngkin adviser after one month on job (Richmond Times-Dispatch)*
*This outlet utilizes a paywall.
