Virginia Gov McDonnell Makes Good on Promises

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In his address to the General Assembly 57 days ago, Governor McDonnell laid out three clear priorities for his first session in office:

1. Pass a balanced budget without a tax increase.

2. Invest in policies to spur job creation and economic development.

3. Implement positive reforms to bring new educational opportunities to every public school student in Virginia.

The General Assembly has now adjourned, and Governor McDonnell has achieved all three goals.

On the budget, The Washington Post writes:

“The Virginia General Assembly adjourned its annual legislative session Sunday evening….curtailing state spending more aggressively than any in generations while fulfilling the new Republican governor's promise not to raise taxes.”

On Governor McDonnell’s job creation and economic development agenda, the Post notes:

“The General Assembly agreed to give the governor more money to lure companies to Virginia and to spend state dollars to buoy the tourism, wine and filmmaking industries, part of an economic push McDonnell outlined during a campaign in which he pledged that creating jobs would be his singular focus as governor.”

And on McDonnell’s “The Opportunity to Learn” education reform package, the Post writes:

“…the Senate joined the House in approving bills to allow colleges to partner with local school districts to create laboratory schools, expand the use of online virtual schools and empower the state Board of Education to provide advice to those seeking local approval for new charter schools. The package was a McDonnell priority.”

After his first session…

- Three Priorities Set.
- Three Priorities Achieved.

Only two months into his term and Governor McDonnell is off to a great start.

Thank you for your continued prayers and support.
Phil Cox

You can read more about the Governor’s legislative agenda this session by clicking the link below:

Office of the Governor Press Release - http://link.sc.bobmcdonnell.com?158-133 ... 74900-6430


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[zephyp]

Way to go guvnor!!!