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- October 30, 2022
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Youngkin Celebrates State and Federal Infrastructure Investments

At the Virginia Governor’s Transportation Conference, Governor Glenn Youngkin touted a mix of federal and state investment in Virginia’s transportation infrastructure in ports, roads, rail, and air infrastructure, and said he’d defend Virginia’s right-to-work laws. “This year we will have a record level of support for our Commonwealth and the Commonwealth Transportation Fund. That $9 […]

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- October 27, 2022
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Youngkin Champions Licensing Reforms, Loosens Regulatory Barriers

The Virginia Board of Social Work has changed licensing regulations, making it easier for social workers licensed in other states to get licensed in Virginia. “There is a critical shortage in Virginia of mental health professionals, and this is a significant step by the Board of Social Work to help address this shortage,” Governor Glenn […]

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- October 26, 2022
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Review Of School History and Social Science Standards May Be Delayed

Governor Glenn Youngkin said the administration will not be rushed in its review of new history and social science standards, criticizing the previous Democratic administration for lowering the bar in the draft Youngkin’s administration is now changing. In a press gaggle after a Monday release of National Assessment of Educational Progress scores that show declining […]

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- August 19, 2022
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Youngkin Set To Stump For Lipsman and Myles Saturday

Governor Glenn Youngkin is ensuring that Republicans leave no stone unturned this November – even in heavily Democrat congressional districts – as he plans to campaign with Republican nominees Karina Lipsman and Jim Myles on Saturday in McLean. Lipsman is running in Virginia’s 8th Congressional District against Don Beyer, and Myles has been nominated in […]

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- August 10, 2022
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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces New Virginia Management Fellows

Program in Fifth Anniversary Year Helps Develop Virginia’s Future Leaders Governor Glenn Youngkin announced the 2022-24 cohort of the Virginia Management Fellows (VMF) program. A collaboration between the Virginia Department of Human Resource Management (DHRM) and Virginia Tech, the program addresses the Commonwealth’s need for talented, trained, and prepared government leaders. “We welcome the 10 members […]

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- August 8, 2022
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Youngkin Weighs in on Virginia’s Teacher Shortage

As Virginia schools are facing a teacher shortage unlike one seen in recent memory, Youngkin shares his thoughts on the crisis, and the steps he and his administration are taking to address the issue. As previously reported, many Virginia public schools are facing a crisis, as the new school year is set to begin in […]

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- August 8, 2022
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Governor Glenn Youngkin Ceremonially Signs Legislation Investing in School Facilities Across the Commonwealth

Yesterday, Governor Glenn Youngkin participated in the official grand opening and ribbon cutting of the Mecklenburg County Middle School and High School, a best-in-class joint school made possible by the community. The Governor also ceremonially signed HB 563 sponsored by Deputy Majority Leader Israel O’Quinn, R-Washington, and SB 473 and SB 471 sponsored by Senator Jennifer McClellan, D-Richmond. “These schools demonstrate how […]

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- August 5, 2022
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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Dates for 2022 Virginia Sales Tax Holiday

Virginia’s Sales Tax Holiday Returns on Friday, Aug. 5 through Sunday, Aug. 7, 2022 Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced the dates of Virginia’s sales tax holiday weekend – Friday, Aug. 5 – Sunday, Aug. 7, 2022. Specifically, the sales tax holiday starts at 12:01 a.m. on Aug. 5 and wraps up on Aug. 7 at 11:59 p.m. During this period, Virginians can buy a number of […]

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- August 5, 2022
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New Youngkin Appointee Resigns After Civil War Comments

In a disagreement between Youngkin and one of his recent appointees to the Virginia Board of Historic Resources, the appointee resigned after making widely criticized remarks about Confederate statues and the Civil War. Macaulay Porter, a spokeswoman for Youngkin, confirmed to WRIC-TV Tuesday that Ann McLean had resigned from the board effective Monday. “The Governor […]

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- August 4, 2022
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Hilton Solidifies Virginia Footprint, Expanding Global Headquarters in Fairfax County

Leading global hospitality company to upgrade headquarters, creating 350 new jobs over the next five years in Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Hilton (NYSE: HLT), the leading global hospitality company, will retain its headquarters in Fairfax County, including significant upgrades to its facility at 7930 Jones Branch Drive in McLean. Hilton will re-imagine its […]

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