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Virginia’s Budget Finally Passed | Bristol Virginia News
Virginia’s budget narrowly passed just before the July 1 deadline, with Governor Spanberger securing all 14 of her proposed changes — including 4% teacher pay raises and 3.5% for other state workers — after a tense, month-long negotiation. While hailed as a victory for public employees, critics warn the deal could raise costs for residents later and left local governments scrambling to finalize their own budgets without clear state funding. Still, the governor celebrates it as a step toward a more secure and affordable future for all Virginians. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…
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