Virginia Senate approves budget plan for next two years
Virginia Senate approves an $85 billion two year budget after a 35 to 4 vote and amid a heated debate over a Democratic amendment forcing insurers or the state to pay for pre abortion ultrasounds. The chamber moves to negotiations with the House as Republicans push ultrasound provisions while Democrats win key budget reversals including added transportation funding and rail expansion near Dulles.
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Superintendent Brown Focus on McDowell County
Bluefield Daily Telegraph reports Brown denies seeking Raleigh County job while remaining McDowell County Schools superintendent. He cites state appointment and ongoing Reconnecting McDowell initiative. Brown notes 86 percent daily attendance and 28 student expulsions for drug-related issues. he expects to finish the year strong.
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West Virginia fights EPA over mine permits ruling
Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin says a court ruling strengthens the state’s lawsuit against the EPA over permitting for new surface mines. DEP filed a final brief in U.S. District Court in Washington DC challenging EPA water quality criteria. A June 1 hearing follows a judge’s finding that EPA overstepped in vetoing Army Corps permits for Arch Coal Spruce No. 1. Tomblin says the ruling supports claims EPA exceeded its authority in setting standards outside normal rule making.
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West Virginia primary registration deadline pushed to April 17
Harleton WV AP. West Virginia officials remind voters that registration or changes must be completed by April 17 for the May 8 primary. Early voting runs April 25 through May 5. Randolph County Clerk Brenda Wiseman says first time registrants must show a state photo ID or driver’s license.
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