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Here’s a recap of the top stories on the morning of Tuesday, April 12, 2022
Youngkin signs hundreds of bills
Reported by VPM News’ Ben Paviour
Gov. Glenn Youngkin has put his executive pen to work in recent days, signing over 700 pieces of legislation. The new laws touch everything from elections to juvenile justice. Democrats still control Virginia’s Senate, so all of the new laws passed with at least some bipartisan support. The new laws go into effect July 1st.
City Council to review new proposal for George Wythe High School construction
Reported by VPM News’ Megan Pauly
Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney has proposed a new ordinance to city council to set aside funding to begin the design and construction of a new George Wythe High School. Stoney says the ordinance represents a compromise – solidifying funds for a school with a student population of 1,800. The proposal still needs to have a public hearing. Stoney expects it will be voted on by the city council in two weeks.
Virginia Beach African American Cultural Center gets funding
Reported by WHRO News’ Paul Bibeau
Virginia Beach leaders agreed last week to dedicate $1 million in federal coronavirus relief funding to the future African American Cultural Center. But the nonprofit behind the center says there’s still millions more needed to get the proposed 35,000 square foot building constructed to house such programming.
In Other News:
Former DeVos aide appointed Virginia’s deputy secretary of education – Virginia Mercury
Easter on Parade not happening this year, plans to return in 2023 – Richmond Times-Dispatch
Petersburg residents can give their input on the FY2023 budget this week at two public workshops – The Progress-Index
In Case You Missed It:
Southwest Virginia patients struggle with access to addiction medication – Virginia Mercury
Hampton election official resigns over racist post - The Daily Press
Pusha T, a friend of Pharrell’s, says Something in the Water will move to DC – WAVY10
Lawmakers negotiating size of teachers' raises during special session - VPM
