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Virginia’s Higher Ed Budget Deal | Charlottesville News
Virginia just passed a historic $205 billion budget, designed to rescue higher education from federal grant cuts that hit universities hard—especially research funding. After a tense four-month standoff over data center tax breaks, lawmakers compromised by taxing energy use, averting a shutdown. The governor added final tweaks before signing. While some institutions like the Manning Institute saw steep cuts—$27 million—due to political fallout, the budget still delivers wins: funding for a new Center for the Arts, student aid, and pay raises for staff. It’s a messy but vital lifeline for…
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