Tag: regional_greenhouse_gas_initiative

Governor Spanberger Releases $67 Million in Withheld RGGI Funds for Home Energy Efficiency

8 Oct 2026 10:01 a.m. · Source: Office of Virginia Governor

Virginia releases more than $67 million in previously withheld RGGI funds to weatherize homes, cut energy bills and fund repairs for over 1,000 households across the Commonwealth.

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Virginia Judge Blocks ICE Mask Ban Amid New State Laws and Data Center Expansion

1 Jul 2026 7:19 a.m. · Source: The Virginia Public Access Project

A federal judge blocked Virginia's ICE mask ban. The state budget passed, enabling a $100 billion data center project while imposing a new energy tax. Hundreds of new laws, including rejoining RGGI, took effect July 1.

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Virginia Grapples with Measles Surge, Tribal Water Rights Win, and Utility Rebate Discussions

10 Jun 2026 7:24 a.m. · Source: The Virginia Public Access Project

Virginia faces a measles outbreak, a Rappahannock Tribe legal victory for water rights, and state discussions on utility rebates from greenhouse gas funds. Rural hospitals are at risk, and Fairfax County leaders express concern over the state budget impasse.

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Virginia Governor Addresses Budget, Marijuana Market, and Rising Energy Costs

9 Jun 2026 7:21 a.m. · Source: The Virginia Public Access Project

Governor Spanberger expects a new state budget by July 1, discusses legalizing recreational marijuana, and faces concerns over increased electric bills from rejoining RGGI, alongside other key Virginia developments.

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