HB2797 failed today, despite pleas from its sponsor, Bob Marshall. "It's a good idea to say what the hell you believe and not be ashamed of it," Marshall said from his seat before being warned by House Speaker William J. Howell that his microphone was still on. Um, we know what you believe, Mr. Marshall. … Continue reading HB2797 fails
Day: February 5, 2007
Action needed on HB2707
HB2707, Del. Hugo's verified voting bill, came out of committee on Friday stripped of its language requiring audits and recounts. This is the companion bill for SB840 that has already passed the Senate. Please contact your legislators and ask them to restore the language for audits and recounts. The constituent hotline is (800)889-0229. UPDATE: There … Continue reading Action needed on HB2707
Juneteenth
HR56 was introduced on Friday to designate the third Saturday in June as "Juneteenth" Freedom Day in Virginia. I guess because it is a Saturday, it won't be a state holiday. The full text of the resolution is below the fold. WHEREAS, Virginia is home to the first permanent English settlement in the New World, … Continue reading Juneteenth
More on eminent domain
The conclusion editorial regarding eminent domain in Virginia appeared in today's Virginian-Pilot. In it, reference is made to a study done by the Virginia Institute for Public Policy. The study, entitled "The Real Story of Eminent Domain in Virginia," has become a "bible of sorts" for those who believe that the system of takings in … Continue reading More on eminent domain
Action needed NOW on HB2797
The vote on HB2797 , which I first reported on here, is scheduled for this afternoon, according to this post. Be it enacted by the General Assembly of Virginia: 1. § 1. That life begins at the moment of fertilization and the right to enjoyment of life guaranteed by Article 1, § 1 of the … Continue reading Action needed NOW on HB2797
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