Virginia Del Frost seeks longer daylight time period
Longtime Virginia lawmaker Del Tom Frost proposed a bill to shift the state to daylight time from the last Sunday in April to the last Sunday in October to align with Washington DC and eastern states. The plan, tied to an emergency clause, requires a four-fifths vote to take effect on final passage. Also listed were bills on child abuse, traffic fines repeal, Pamunkey fish hatchery reestablishment, and an eight-bill package from Del Fidler. Senate actions included reckless driving definitions, a motor vehicle insurance study commission, and a consumer council proposal with a $125 appropriation.
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Reflectorized Virginia license plates face committee hurdle
A Virginia proposal to adopt reflectorized motor vehicle license plates cleared one committee but may stall in the Senate Finance Committee. The measure, backed by Sen. Burruss, cites reduced accidents. officials warned of over $500,000 highway-funding impact and a May 1 production deadline. A House hearing on a related reflectorized plate bill is scheduled.
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Virginia House and Senate move child abuse reporting bill
Virginia lawmakers advanced multiple measures on child abuse reporting requiring physicians to alert authorities with civil and criminal liability protection for proper reports. The plan aligns with a broader budget streamlining effort and upcoming public hearings on related reforms.
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Senate Courts of Justice
William F. Stone
Martinsville
Virginia Delegate Seeks Motorcycle Helmet Law
Richmond AP reports Del Ed ward T. Caton IIE of Virginia Beach proposes a House bill requiring all motorcycle riders to wear crash helmets secured by chin straps. Failure to comply would be a 14 misdemeanor under the measure.
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Frigid February Maps Show Weather Bureau Forecasts
Weather Bureau estimates for mid February predict below average temperatures and varying precipitation. Maps from February forecast indicate continued cold trends, with possible snow or rain events depending on regional conditions. Public advisories urge warmth and careful travel plans as fronts progress.
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Cigarette output and sales hit 1965 peak
The House Agriculture Committee report shows 1965 cigarette production at about 561 billion cigarettes with U S consumption up around 4 percent from 1964. Flue cured tobacco improved grower prices and quality under the 1965 acreage program, while exports faced uncertainty due to sanctions on Rhodesia and Britain’s import outlook. The 1965 grower receipts totaled 686 million dollars, though average price per pound set a record at 64.8 cents.
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House Committee On Agriculture
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Richmond Health District affiliation eyed for city health
Richmond City Council approved creating the Richmond Health District to pursue a city state health department affiliation. If a contract satisfies, the Richmond Health Department would join the State Health Department, potentially saving taxpayers 500000 to 605000 annually while preserving some local control and enabling access to state training facilities.
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City State Affiliation in Norfolk Stirs Budget Change
Norfolk discussion centers on amending the budget to secure funds for a changeover relating to a city state affiliation in Richmond. Officials cite financial planning and timeline considerations as they evaluate the fiscal impact and implementation steps.
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Richemond
Virginia News In Briefs Rail Bond Funds and Appointments
In Richmond Gov Godwin turned over a 737500 check toward Newport News waterfront refurbishment as a 145 million bond issue to finance the project advances. The Peninsula Ports Authority to pay C and O Rail for 91 acres and two piers while spending on a new merchandise pier. Blackstone sees George Cummins named to fill the unexpired term as Nottoway commonwealths attorney amid prior electoral defeats.
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Nottoway County
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