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Youngkin calls for new school funding formula, faults Clean Economy Act


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Published in Politics and Government on Monday, January 13th 2025 at 12:20 GMT by Richmond   Print publication without navigation

  • Youngkin addressed lawmakers five days later than planned, calling the Richmond water crisis "difficult and frustrating."

The article from Richmond.com discusses several key initiatives and issues under Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin's administration. It highlights Youngkin's push for tax cuts, including reducing the top individual income tax rate from 5.75% to 5.5% and the corporate tax rate from 6% to 5%, alongside increasing the standard deduction. This tax plan aims to return $1 billion to taxpayers. Additionally, the article touches on the contentious issue of school funding, where Youngkin's budget proposal has been criticized for not adequately addressing the needs of public education, particularly in light of a recent study showing Virginia's schools are underfunded by $3.5 billion. There's also mention of the growing concern over the proliferation of data centers in Virginia, which consume vast amounts of energy, prompting discussions on energy policy and infrastructure. Lastly, Youngkin's energy policy focuses on maintaining reliability and affordability, with a cautious approach to renewable energy mandates, reflecting a broader debate on how to balance economic development with environmental considerations.

Read the Full Richmond Article at:
[ https://richmond.com/news/state-regional/government-politics/youngkin-taxes-schools-data-centers-energy/article_b8831e5c-d1bd-11ef-b41f-1ba49abc580e.html ]

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