Tue, January 7, 2025
[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: Firstpost
World leaders vs Elon Musk: What's the latest in this political drama?
[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: ITV
Grooming gangs inquiry chief: No need for new probe, government must 'just get on' with reforms
[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: Richmond
A compromise but no consensus on Virginia solar bill
[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN
Mark Carney: From running the Banks of England and Canada to trying to succeed Justin Trudeau
[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN
Nurses and midwives demand better pay deal to make Starmer's new NHS plan work
[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: Sky
How Elon Musk is driving UK government policy
[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN
Delhi will vote on 5 February, counting on 8th. How results may reshape national politics
[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN
Pope appoints Trump critic to be archbishop of Wa .. oints first female leader of a Vatican department
[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: AOL
Keir Starmer torpedoes Elon Musk over 'lies' about grooming gangs
[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN
SNP Budget to pass after Scottish Labour say they will abstain on tax and spending plan
[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN
Ashwini Vaishnaw launches official calendar of Government of India
[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN
Starmer Says Musk Attacks on UK Mean Line Has Been Crossed
[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN
Elon Musk says "2025 is looking good" in response to Justin Trudeau's resignation as Canadian PM
[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN
Delhi Polls: Election Commissioner Counters AAP's 'Addition And Deletion Of Electoral Roll' Claim
[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN
Afghans land in the Philippines for visa processing ahead of resettlement in US
[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: ABC
Trump backtracks from 'one big, beautiful bill' to fund his agenda
[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN
Winter Woes in the UK and US: Pensioners Left Struggling as Leaders Slash Support
[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN
Justin Trudeau Resigns: Could his departure ease tensions between Canada and India?
[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN
Should Trump pardon their Jan 6 dad? A mother and son disagree
[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: Firstpost
Chrystia Freeland, Mark Carney & more: The many in fray to replace Justin Trudeau
Mon, January 6, 2025
[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: Time
Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to Step Down as Leader of Liberal Party. What to Know
[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: Politico
Musk takes governance-by-X to Europe
[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: Reuters
The child rape scandal dominating UK politics after Musk criticism
[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: Yahoo
Justin Trudeau resigns as Liberal Party leader: C .. ter the prime minister's historic news conference
[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: Richmond
A compromise but no consensus on solar siting bill
[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: AOL
Trudeau's star power dimmed after weathering pandemic and Trump
[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: Yahoo
Vice President Kamala Harris certifies her own election loss on Jan. 6: 'A sacred obligation'
[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: Time
History Cautions Against Pardons for Jan. 6 Rioters
[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: ABC
Former Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio asks Trump for pardon
[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: Yahoo
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announces his resignation
[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: CNN
Congress to certify Trump's election win on January 6 riot anniversary
[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: Richmond
Biden signs Social Security bill, giving Spanberger a boost
[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: MSN
Main theme for South Dakota politics in 2025? Buckle up.
[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: i
How Starmer and the EU are turning on Musk
[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: MSN
The newest LGBTQ+ members of Congress are fired up & ready to serve
[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: Reuters
Justin Trudeau's star power dimmed after weathering pandemic and Trump
[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: MSN
Hugh Hewitt Asks Trump If the Legacy Media Is 'Bl .. Real Time' And Predicts It Won't Survive His Term
[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: MSN
Kelly Evans: The trade and tariffs tug-of-war
[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: MSN
These government workers will benefit after Biden signs new Social Security law
[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: MSN
Canada PM Trudeau says he will step down after new Liberal party leader named
[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: MSN
Trudeau Resigns as Voters Sour on His Vision for Canada
[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: Reuters
China's top diplomat heads to Africa as West's attention dwindles
[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: MSN
Trump can turn Syria opportunity against Iran
[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: MSN
Trudeau to resign as Canada's ruling party leader and PM
[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: MSN
Lead prosecutor on Trump documents case leaves US Justice Department, official says
[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: MSN
Official says Canada's Trudeau is set to resign as party leader
[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: MSN
Maddow Blog | Canada's Justin Trudeau to step down after nearly a decade in office
[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: MSN
Trump softens on one big reconciliation bill and is 'open' to two-track process

A compromise but no consensus on solar siting bill

The Virginia General Assembly is currently addressing the contentious issue of solar farm siting through various legislative proposals. Del. Tony Wilt has introduced a bill that would allow local governments to regulate the location of solar projects, potentially giving them veto power over such developments. This move comes in response to concerns from rural communities about the impact of solar farms on farmland and local aesthetics. Conversely, there are efforts to streamline solar project approvals, with Sen. Scott Surovell proposing a bill to expedite the permitting process for solar facilities. Additionally, Sen. Creigh Deeds has put forward legislation to limit the size of solar farms on prime agricultural land, aiming to balance renewable energy development with agricultural preservation. These bills reflect the ongoing debate between promoting renewable energy and protecting local land use and community interests.

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