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Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin


About the Governor:

Governor Glenn Youngkin is a homegrown Virginian who grew up in Richmond and Virginia Beach. As his father changed jobs, Governor Youngkin learned that moving around didn’t equal moving up – nothing was handed to him. From his first job washing dishes and frying eggs at a diner in Virginia Beach, he embraced hard work and responsibility to help his family when his father lost his job. His determination to succeed earned him multiple high school basketball honors in Virginia and an athletic scholarship to college.

After earning an engineering degree at Rice University, and his MBA at Harvard Business School, Governor Youngkin and his wife Suzanne moved to Northern Virginia. He landed a job at The Carlyle Group, where he spent the next 25 years. Working his way to the top of the company, Governor Youngkin played a key role in building Carlyle into one of the leading investment firms in the world. His efforts have helped fund the retirements of teachers, police officers, firefighters and other frontline public servants and supported hundreds of thousands of American jobs.

Married for over 27 years to his amazing wife Suzanne, Governor Youngkin is a dedicated father of four wonderful children. Their family journey has been and continues to be guided by their faith.

Recent News

Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Targeted Resources Deployment to Florida to Help with Recovery Efforts of Hurricane Milton

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin on Oct 10th, issued Executive Directive Eight, deploying targeted resources in response to the Emergency Management Assistance Compact Request from the State of Florida to help respond to Milton’s…

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AXYS to Establish New Operations in Winchester

Michigan-based building management systems and security firm will invest $2.18 million and create 46 new jobs RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin on Oct 9th, announced that AXYS, a leading engineering and consulting firm specializing in…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Continued Investments in Virginia's Emergency Room Alternatives Through Right Help, Right Now Initiative

Governor Glenn Youngkin announced seven grant awards which support the three-year Right Help, Right Now behavioral health transformation plan. A foundational part of the Right Help, Right Now plan is ensuring that Virginians who are…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Administration and Board Appointments - October 4, 2024

RICHMOND, VA— Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced additional key administration and board appointments. ADMINISTRATION APPOINTMENTS OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR Ryan Welsh, Senior Advisor for Energy and Economic Policy …

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Recognizes Employers for Commitment to Hiring Veterans and Military Spouses

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin recognized ten Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Certified Employers for their exceptional commitment to recruiting, hiring and retaining veterans and military spouses during the 2024 V3 Awards Luncheon at the…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Virginia Receives Expedited Major Disaster Declaration

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin announced on Oct 2nd, that President Biden has granted Virginia’s request for an expedited?Federal Major Disaster Declaration?due to impacts from Hurricane Helene. This declaration will provide…

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Afton Scientific to Expand Biopharmaceutical Facility in Albemarle County

Pharmaceutical manufacturer will invest over $200 million and create hundreds of new jobs RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin on Oct 2nd, announced that Afton Scientific, a manufacturer of sterile injectable pharmaceuticals, will…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Executive Order Establishing a First Responder Wellness Office, Increasing Coordination and Support for First Responder Wellness

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin on Oct 2nd, issued Executive Order 38, which directs the Secretary of Public Safety and Homeland Security to establish an Office of First Responder Wellness at the Department of Criminal Justice Services…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Over $2.5 Million in Growth and Opportunity Virginia Grants

Funding will support the growth of strategic industry sectors and develop talent pipelines RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin on Oct 1st, announced more than $2.5 million in Growth and Opportunity for Virginia (GO Virginia) grant…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Issues Statement On The Port Strike, Calling On The Federal Government To Resolve It

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin issued the following statement on the port strike on the east and gulf coasts that jeopardizes the livelihoods of countless Americans and cripples supply chains nationwide: “Every day this…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Board Appointments - September 30, 2024

RICHMOND, VA -- Governor Glenn Youngkin on Sep 30th, announced additional key board appointments. BOARD APPOINTMENTS AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY CHARITABLE GAMING BOARD The Honorable Becky Johnson of Bland County, retired Clerk…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Applauds State Board’s Actions on New School Performance and Support Framework, Reiterates the Need for Changes Based on 2024 Accreditation Results

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin on Sep 30th, announced that the Virginia Department of Education has released the 2024 accreditation results which classify 85.4% of Virginia schools as fully accredited. On Sep 30th’s accreditation…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Virginia's Federal Emergency Declaration Has Been Approved to Aid Recovery Efforts in Southwest Virginia

RICHMOND, VA -?Governor Youngkin announced today that the Commonwealth’s request for a federal emergency declaration for Public Assistance, Emergency Protective Measures and Direct Federal Assistance is approved, supporting the counties of…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Assesses Storm Damage Caused by Hurricane Helene in Southwest Virginia

RICHMOND, VA -?Governor Youngkin visited Damascus in Southwest Virginia today alongside U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith, State Senator Todd Pillion, and Delegate Israel O’Quinn to assess the storm damage caused by Hurricane Helene and…

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Sirius Analysis to Establish U.S. Operations in Virginia Beach

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Sirius Analysis, a defense management software consulting company headquartered in Portsmouth, United Kingdom, will invest $305,000 to establish its U.S. operations in the City of Virginia…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Ceremonially Signs Legislation to Strengthen Virginia's Commitment to Veterans, Military Personnel, and Their Families

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin signed 20 bipartisan bills to support Virginia’s military and veteran community and their families. This package of bills improves access to early childhood education for military families, streamlines…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Declares State of Emergency in Advance of Hurricane Helene

RICHMOND, VA -On September 25, 2024, Governor Glenn Youngkin declared a state of emergency for the Commonwealth of Virginia?in anticipation of impacts from Hurricane Helene later this week. While the current track takes the center of the storm west…

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VFP Inc. to Expand Scott County Manufacturing Facility

Custom building solutions manufacturer will create 50 new jobs in Southwest Virginia. RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin on Sep 23rd, announced that VFP Inc., a producer of custom-designed enclosures used to protect critical…

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TECHnista, LLC to Establish National Training Center in Pittsylvania County

Education consulting company will invest $1.5 million and create 15 new jobs to support Department of Defense contract RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin on Sep 20th, announced that TECHnista, LLC, an education consulting company…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Board Appointments - September 20, 2024

BOARD APPOINTMENTS EDUCATION BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE SCIENCE MUSEUM OF VIRGINIA Kate Hight of Richmond, Director of Business Development, SAIC HEALTH AND HUMAN RESOURCES ADVISORY BOARD ON SERVICE AND VOLUNTEERISM …

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Latest Employment Figures

RICHMOND, VA -- Governor Glenn Youngkin on Sep 20th, announced that according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ (“BLS”) Current Employment Statistics Survey (“CES” or “establishment survey”), Virginia…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Releases Statement on VDOE Cell Phone-Free Education Guidance

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin on Sep 17th, made the following statement after the Virginia Department of Education released its final guidance on Cell Phone-Free Education in K-12 schools in the Commonwealth: “This guidance…

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Kongsberg Defence and Aerospace to Establish Facility in James City County

Norwegian defense and aerospace company will invest $71 million and create more than 180 new jobs. RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin on Sep 17th, announced that Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace Inc., a global provider of defense and…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces August General Fund Revenues Remain Slightly Ahead of Forecast

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin on Sep 17th, announced that despite having one fewer deposit day than in August of last year, total general fund revenues increased 2.0 percent for the month versus the same period last year and are 8.0…

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Space Mission Systems Provider to Expand in Loudoun County

Optimum Technologies LLC will create 40 new jobs with $999,000 expansion RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin on Sep 16th, announced that Optimum Technologies LLC, which provides space flight hardware design, manufacturing, integration and…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Celebrates Opening of CNX Resources' New Regional Headquarters in Richlands

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin on Sep 13th, participated in the ribbon cutting of a new regional headquarters for CNX Resources, which extracts clean natural gas from waste methane in coal seams throughout southwest Virginia. The…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Administration and Board Appointments - September 13, 2024

ADMINISTRATION APPOINTMENTS LABOR Nicole Overley, Commissioner, Virginia Department of Workforce Development and Advancement BOARD APPOINTMENTS HEALTH AND HUMAN RESOURCES ADVISORY BOARD ON ACUPUNCTURE Yong…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces More Than $557,600 in Specialty Crop Block Grant Funding for Virginia

Grants support projects that advance specialty crop production and increase economic development in Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin on Sep 9th, announced that more than $557,600 in federal Specialty Crop Block Grant Program funding has been…

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Non-Woven Fabric Manufacturer to Open New Facility in Virginia

Shalag US, Inc. will create 52 new jobs with new production facility in Mecklenburg County RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin on Sep 12th, announced that Shalag U.S., Inc., a manufacturer of non-woven fabric for use in manufactured…

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ATCC Expands Campus with a New Biomanufacturing Facility in Prince William County

Global nonprofit biological resource center and standards organization will create 75 new jobs with expansion RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin on Sep 12th, announced that American Type Culture Collection will invest $54.7 million to…

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Canon Virginia, Inc. to Expand Newport News Facility

Consumer and office products giant will launch new silk protein production line at expanded plant RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin on Sep 6th, announced that Canon Virginia, Inc., a leading global manufacturer of consumer and office…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Board Appointments - September 6, 2024

RICHMOND, VA -- Governor Glenn Youngkin on Sep 6th, announced additional key board appointments. BOARD APPOINTMENTS AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY AQUACULTURE ADVISORY BOARD Travis Croxton of Mechanicsville, Co-owner, Rappahannock…

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KSB USA/North America to Expand Henrico County Facility

German pump and industrial valve supplier marks 35th anniversary of Henrico facility with $25 million expansion RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin on Sep 5th, announced that KSB USA/North America, a leading supplier of pumps and…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Selection of Virginia Management Fellows 7th Cohort

In collaboration with Virginia Tech, the VMF program aims to develop next generation of government leaders RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin has announced the selection of the seventh cohort of the Virginia Management Fellows (VMF)…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Statement on the Murder of Hersh Goldberg-Polin

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin issued the following statement regarding the murder of Hersh Goldberg-Polin. His body was discovered by Israeli forces in a tunnel beneath the Gaza city of Rafah after he was held hostage by Hamas…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Administration and Board Appointments - August 30, 2024

RICHMOND, VA -- Governor Glenn Youngkin on Aug 30th, announced additional key board appointments. BOARD APPOINTMENTS AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY CORN BOARD Wanda Lambert of New Kent, Senior Grain Procurement & Origination…

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Third-Party Logistics Provider to Expand in Wythe County

Camrett Logistics strengthens western Virginia footprint with warehouse expansion RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin on Aug 29th, announced that Camrett Logistics, a full-service third-party logistics (3PL) company headquartered in the…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin and First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin Announce Statewide Expansion of It Only Takes One Initiative

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin and First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin continue to build on their efforts to combat the fentanyl crisis at CARITAS in Richmond and announced the statewide expansion of It Only Takes One. The It Only Takes One…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Reaffirms Commitment to Keep Communities Safe by Signing Bipartisan Legislation to Combat Bigotry

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin on Aug 28th, signed HB 18 and SB 7 to expand criminal penalties against bigotry and close a serious gap in the code by ensuring ethnicity is explicitly recognized among the protected classes. …

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Virginia Launches New Enhanced 2024 Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Campaign Across the Commonwealth

RICHMOND, VA – On Aug 26th, Virginia launches its new enhanced 2024 DUI enforcement and public education campaign, Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over. Governor Glenn Youngkin kicked off the campaign alongside law enforcement, medical…

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Desi Fresh Foods Brings 56 Jobs to Frederick County with Virginia Facility

Leading U.S. producer of South Asian yogurt will invest in a new facility, as well as source products from Virginia farms RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin on Aug 23rd, announced that Desi Fresh Foods, a leading U.S. producer of dahi, or…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Administration and Board Appointments - August 23, 2024

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin on Aug 23rd, announced additional key board appointments. BOARD APPOINTMENTS AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY VIRGINIA CORN BOARD Shannon Tignor Ellis of Champlain, farmer, Thomas Neck…

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RBW Sports and Classics to Establish New Facility in Virginia

U.K.-based company will produce its first left-hand drive sports cars for U.S. market in Danville-Pittsylvania County RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin on Aug 22nd, announced that RBW Sports & Classics, the United Kingdom’s…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Virginia Students Starting to Recover from Post-Pandemic Learning Loss

RICHMOND, VA - Showing the start of learning recovery from the extended pandemic school closures and the most significant learning loss of students’ nationwide, Virginia students in Grades 3-8 showed some improvement in the Standards of…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin and Congressman Morgan Griffith Announce Four Southwest Virginia Projects to Receive Abandoned Mine Land Economic Revitalization Grants

RICHMOND, VA - On Aug 19th, Governor Glenn Youngkin and Congressman Morgan Griffith announced four economic development projects selected for Abandoned Mine Land Economic Revitalization (AMLER) grant approval. The program is administered by the…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Signs Legislation Supporting Building Blocks for Virginia Families

RICHMOND, VA – On Aug 15th, Governor Glenn Youngkin signed ten bipartisan bills, marking a pivotal milestone for Building Blocks for Virginia Families, an initiative designed to expand available child care options and empower working families…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin and First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin Donate Third Quarter Salary to The Farm Ministry and Rockingham County Fair to Support Agriculture in the Harrisonburg Region

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin and First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin on Aug 15th, donated a quarter of the Governor’s salary to two, Harrisonburg-based nonprofits that play a crucial role in supporting Virginia’s agricultural…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Continued Low Unemployment Rate at 2.7 Percent, 1.6 Points Below National Rate

RICHMOND, VA -- Governor Glenn Youngkin on Aug 16th, announced that according to BLS’ Current Employment Statistics Survey (“CES” or “establishment survey”), Virginia reported non-farm payroll employment gains of 4,800…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Administration and Board Appointments - August 16, 2024

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin on Aug 16th, announced additional key administration and board appointments. ADMINISTRATION APPOINTMENTS FINANCE Scott Adams, Comptroller, Virginia Department of Accounts HEALTH…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Stand Tall – Stay Strong – Succeed Together Initiative to Improve Reentry Success, Prevent Recidivism

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin on Aug 15th, issued Executive Order 36, formally establishing the Stand Tall – Stay Strong – Succeed Together Initiative (Stand Tall Initiative), a first-in-the-nation proactive, dynamic,…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Joint Money Committee Speech

Good morning. Chairs Lucas, Torian, and Watts, members of the General Assembly, staffs of the Joint Money Committees: thank you for the warm welcome. I am privileged to join you once again in the beautiful new General Assembly Building. …

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces More Than $1.8 Million in Industrial Revitalization Funds

Funding will support job creation and community revitalization through the renovation of derelict infrastructure RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin ON Aug 12th, announced over $1.8 million in Industrial Revitalization Funds (IRF) for…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Statement on Smyth County Deputy Sheriff Killed in Line of Duty

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin issued this statement following the line of duty death of Smyth County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Hunter Reedy and Deputy Michael Fedorchuk who was also struck by gunfire: “We ask for everyone to…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces the Virginia Derby to Become Kentucky Derby Qualifier Race at Colonial Downs in 2025

RICHMOND, VA. – Governor Glenn Youngkin announced on Aug 11th, that the Virginia Derby has earned the prestigious distinction as a qualifying race for the Kentucky Derby at the Colonial Downs racetrack. “The future for thoroughbred…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces the Opening of a New EarthLink Call Center in Norton, Virginia

The leading internet service provider in the country is extending its U.S. sales and customer support operations to the picturesque core of Southwest Virginia. RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin on Aug 9th, announced that EarthLink…

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America’s Top State for Business Announces $126 Million in Virginia Business Ready Sites Program Grants

Virginia announces 23 grants in 12 regions across the Commonwealth RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin on Aug 8th, awarded a total of $126 million in Virginia Business Ready Sites Program (VBRSP) development grants for 23 sites across…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Issues Executive Order to Codify Comprehensive Election Security Measures to Protect Legal Voters and Accurate Counts

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin on Aug 7th, issued Executive Order 35, which codifies the election security procedures put into place during his administration, including stringent ballot security, complete and thorough counting machine…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin on the Passing of Former Virginia First Lady Roxane Gilmore

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin on Aug 7th, released the following statement on the passing of Former Virginia First Lady Roxane Gilmore: "Suzanne and I are deeply saddened by the passing of our friend, former First Lady Roxane…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces a Record $934 Million Virginia Lottery Profit for K-12 Public Education

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin on Aug 7th, announced that the Virginia Lottery's fiscal year 2024 profits were the highest in the Lottery’s 36-year history, totaling more than $934 million to support K-12 public education in the…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Declares State of Emergency in Advance of Tropical Storm Debby

RICHMOND, VA -- On Aug 6th, Governor Glenn Youngkin declared a state of emergency for the Commonwealth of Virginia based on National Weather Service and National Hurricane Center forecasts that indicate a tropical storm with significant rainfall and…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Virginia Sets New Tourism Spending Record for Visitors in 2023

Tourism generated $33.3 billion in visitor spending in Virginia, marking a nearly 10% increase over 2022. Travelers spent $91 million a day in Virginia in 2023 RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin and Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC)…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Emphasizes Transparency and Business-Friendly Reforms with Release of Third Annual Unified Regulatory Plan

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin on Aug 2nd, released the third annual Unified Regulatory Plan (URP) that details all of the expected regulatory changes to be made throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia in FY2025. “Our…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Administration and Board Appointments

RICHMOND, VA -- Governor Glenn Youngkin on Aug 2nd, announced additional key administration and board appointments. ADMINISTRATION APPOINTMENTS PUBLIC SAFETY AND HOMELAND SECURITY Carl Beckett, Special Assistant, Department of…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Virginia Achieves Day One Goal, Reaches 10,000 New High-Growth Startups

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin announced on August 1st, that his administration has fulfilled a Day One goal of creating 10,000 new high-growth and high-wage startup companies in Virginia. Virginia has achieved this 10,000 new startup…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Encourages Virginians to Serve as Officers of Election on National Poll Worker Recruitment Day

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin is encouraging Virginians to sign up to serve as Officers of Election to ensure accurate and secure elections this November. August 1st is designated as National Poll Worker Recruitment Day by the U.S.…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Celebrates Approval of Virginia Broadband Proposal

Approval provides access to Virginia’s $1.48 billion BEAD allocation to close the digital divide RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin announced on July 26th, the release of the federally approved Virginia Initial Proposal Volume 2…

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Virginia General Fund Revenues Complete Fiscal Year 2024 $1.2 Billion Ahead of the Official Forecast

RICHMOND, VA –?Governor Glenn Youngkin on July 26th, announced that Virginia’s general fund revenues ended fiscal year 2024 $1.2 billion over the official revenue forecast. For the full fiscal year, overall general fund revenue…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Administration and Board Appointments

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin on July 26th, announced additional key administration and board appointments. ADMINISTRATION APPOINTMENTS COMMERCE AND TRADE Julianne Szyper, Deputy Director, Virginia Department of…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Commemorates National Hire a Veteran Day in Virginia

Governor reaffirms Virginia’s dedication to serving as a top state for veteran employment RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin commemorated on, July 25, 2024, as National Hire a Veteran Day in Virginia to remind and encourage Virginia…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces More Than $41 Million in Virginia Telecommunication Initiative Grants

Investment will support broadband access to more than 18,550 homes, businesses, and community anchors RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin on July 24th, announced more than $41 million in grants through the Virginia Telecommunications…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Releases Statement on Tech Outages

RICHMOND, VA - This morning, Governor Glenn Youngkin released the following statement on tech outages: “Amidst the global tech outages, overnight we have conducted an initial assessment to determine impacts across government agencies and…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Administration and Board Appointments

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced additional key administration and board appointments. ADMINISTRATION APPOINTMENTS HEALTH AND HUMAN RESOURCES - James Williams, Commissioner, Virginia Department of Social Services …

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Continued Job Growth with 15,000 New Jobs Added in June

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that according to BLS’ Current Employment Statistics Survey (“CES” or “establishment survey”), Virginia reported non-farm payroll employment gains of 15,000 in the…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin to Attend the Farnborough International Air Show

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that he will be attending the Farnborough International Air Show. At the air show, he will meet with aerospace principals, defense companies and other industry leaders. Governor Glenn Youngkin…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Releases Statement on Signing VMSDEP Bill

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today released the following statement after signing HB 6004 and SB 6012, legislation to repeal eligibility changes made to the Virginia Military Survivors and Dependents Education Program (VMSDEP) and other…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces $20 Million for Historic Preservation Capital Improvements Ahead of Nation's Semiquincentennial

The Commonwealth’s Department of Historic Resources has launched a special grant program to prepare historic landmarks and history museums for visitors in 2026, which will mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces 40 New Jobs in Pittsylvania County

Speyside Bourbon Cooperage, Inc. to build its fourth Virginia facility, purchase $7 million in Virginia-grown forest products RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today that Speyside Bourbon Cooperage, Inc. will invest $16.85 million…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Investment in Road Improvement Project to Enhance Economic Growth

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced the allocation of $30.1 million from the Transportation Partnership Opportunity Fund (TPOF) to the City of Suffolk for the Route 460 Road Improvement Project to support the Port 460 Logistics…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Release Statement on the Assassination Attempt of Former President Donald J. Trump

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today released the following statement after the assassination attempt of Former President Donald J. Trump: “Last night, Donald J. Trump showed us strength and courage, and he showed us compassion and…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Administration and Board Appointments

RICHMOND - Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced additional key administration and board appointments. ADMINISTRATION APPOINTMENTS OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR - Katie Rose, Policy Advisor HEALTH AND HUMAN RESOURCES -…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces CNBC Names Virginia “America’s Top State for Business”

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Virginia is ranked “America’s Top State for Business” by CNBC. The annual ranking measures all 50 states on 128 different metrics in 10 key categories of…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Expansion of Homestead Creamery in Franklin County

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today that Homestead Creamery Inc. will invest over $2.5 million to renovate and expand their Franklin County production facility. The company will construct a new ice cream production room and…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Signs Legislation to Embrace Innovation and Diversify Virginia’s Energy Sector

LOUISA COUNTY, VA – Today, Governor Glenn Youngkin signed SB 454, which will accelerate the development, testing, and deployment of small modular nuclear reactors. “To meet the power demands of growing and thriving Virginia, it is…

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Governor Youngkin Announces Over $22 Million in Affordable and Special Needs Housing Loans

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today more than $22 million in Affordable and Special Needs Housing loans for 14 projects across the Commonwealth. The recommended projects will create and preserve 877 total units for…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Issues Executive Order Establishing Cell Phone-Free Education in Virginia’s K-12 Public Schools

RICHMOND, VA — Given the increasing evidence of the impact cell phone and social media usage has on education and youth mental health, Governor Glenn Youngkin today issued Executive Order 33, which directs the Virginia Department of Education…

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Submarine Cable Manufacturer to Locate in Virginia

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that LS GreenLink USA, Inc. will invest $681 million to build a state-of-the-art 750,000-sq.-ft. high-voltage direct current submarine cable manufacturing facility to serve the global…

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Governor Youngkin Recommends 13 Projects for Appalachian Regional Commission Funding, Totaling $7.4 Million

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that he is recommending 13 projects for funding by the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC), totaling $7.4 million in grants. ARC will finalize approval of these project awards later this…

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Specialty Mining Equipment Manufacturer to Expand in Virginia

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Simmons Equipment Company, a specialty mining equipment manufacturer, will invest $8.5 million to expand manufacturing operations into Russell County to meet increasing international…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Administration and Board Appointments

RICHMOND - Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced additional key administration and board appointments. ADMINISTRATION APPOINTMENTS OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR Jamie Anderson, Senior Investigations Analyst, Office of the…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Agreement From Colleges and Universities to Protect Veteran Benefits Ahead of July 18 Vote

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that each of the leaders of Virginia’s public colleges and universities, including the chancellor of the Commonwealth’s community college system, has agreed to take all necessary…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Statement on Senate Democrat Failure to Pass Bipartisan VMSDEP Bill

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today released the following statement after the Senate Democrats failed to pass bipartisan VMSDEP bill. “The Senate Democrat leadership is hurting our military heroes, first responders and their…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Statement on House Passage of HB 6003

Richmond, On June 28, 2024 - Governor Glenn Youngkin today released the following statement after the House of Delegates passed HB 6003, a clean, full, repeal of the eligibility changes recently made to the Virginia Military Survivors and Dependents…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Awards Grants to Local Food Systems Projects

RICHMOND, VA, On June 28, 2024 - Governor Glenn Youngkin has announced grant awards totaling more than $280,000 to support and strengthen local food and farming operations in ten Virginia counties and cities. The announcement was made today during…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Board Appointments

RICHMOND, On June 28, 2024 - Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced additional key board appointments. BOARD APPOINTMENTS EDUCATION BOARD OF VISITORS OF CHRISTOPHER NEWPORT UNIVERSITY LTC. Kevin J. Callanan MA, CFRE, of Stephens…

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Governor Youngkin Celebrates Bipartisan Legislation Supporting Virginians with Developmental Disabilities

RICHMOND, VA — On June 25th, Governor Glenn Youngkin celebrated the signing of 18?bipartisan pieces of legislation that enhance support for Virginians with developmental disabilities and improve accessibility across various spheres from…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Issues Executive Order Reestablishing Maternal Health Data Task Force

RICHMOND, VA — On June 26th, Governor Glenn Youngkin reaffirmed the Commonwealth’s commitment to supporting and advancing maternal health care for women and their families throughout Virginia, per Executive Order 32. In alignment with…

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International Mining Equipment Manufacturer to Expand in Virginia

Liebherr Mining Equipment investing $72.3 million to increase global mining truck production in the City of Newport News and the City of Hampton, creating 175 new jobs. RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin on June 25th, announced…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Virginia Unemployment Rate Drops to 2.7% as National Rate Increases

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin on June 25th, announced that according to BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics (“LAUS”, or “the household survey”), Virginia’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Welcomes Firefly Aerospace to the Virginia Spaceport Authority

American aerospace company from Texas to launch Alpha rocket from Virginia’s Eastern Shore RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin announced on June 24th, that Firefly Aerospace has selected Virginia as the new launch site of its two-stage…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Appointment of Banci Tewolde as Director of the Virginia Department of General Services

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin is pleased to announce the appointment of Banci Tewolde as the new Director of the Virginia Department of General Services (DGS), effective June 25, 2024. Ms. Tewolde, currently serving as the Associate…

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Virginia Ranked No. 1 in Nation for Customized Workforce Training

The Virginia Talent Accelerator Program earns #1 ranking for second time RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin on June 24th, announced that Virginia is ranked No. 1 in the United States for Customized Workforce Training in the 20th annual…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Senior Leadership Changes

RICHMOND, VA – ?Governor Glenn?Youngkin on June 24th, ?announced that Jeff?Goettman?will step down from his position as Chief of Staff for the Administration. Current?Secretary of Health and Human Resources, John?Littel, will become the next…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Major Expansion of Virginia Permit Transparency Website

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin announced on June 21st, the expansion of the Virginia Permit Transparency (VPT) website, an online resource featuring the vast majority of permit applications considered by Virginia agencies. …

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Over $690,000 in Small Business Development and Community Revitalization Grants

Funding will support creating and expanding small businesses, revitalizing downtown districts and filling vacant storefronts RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin announced on June 21st, over $690,000 in Virginia Main Street (VMS) and…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Celebrates Approval of Aerospace-focused Lab School on Virginia’s Eastern Shore

The Aerospace Academy of the Eastern Shore will prepare students for high-tech careers in high- growth aerospace fields RICHMOND, VA – The Virginia Board of Education on June 21st, announced the approval of the Aerospace Academy of the…

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Virginia Companies Expand into Global Markets through Commonwealth’s Trade Accelerator Program

RICHMOND, VA -- Governor Glenn Youngkin on June 20th, announced that 11 companies across the Commonwealth will graduate from the Virginia Economic Development Partnership’s (VEDP) Virginia Leaders in Export Trade (VALET) program and 14…

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Evaporative Technologies Company to Expand in Virginia

Condair Group AG to invest $57.2 million to increase capacity in Chesterfield County, creating 180 new jobs RICHMOND — Governor Glenn Youngkin on June 18th, announced that Condair Group AG, an international evaporative technologies…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Releases Statement After Senate Democrats Fail to Consider Changes to VMSDEP

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin on June 18th, released the following statement after Senate Democrats failed to consider a simple bill with bipartisan support that would repeal and reverse the VMSDEP waiver changes: “I stand with…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces May General Fund Revenues Remain Slightly Ahead of Forecast

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin on June 17th, announced that general fund revenues for May 2024 increased 14.2 percent versus the same period last year and remain slightly ahead of the revenue forecast that was revised upward as part of the…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Celebrates Bipartisan Legislation Supporting Behavioral Health Transformation

Ceremonial Bill Signing Event Marks Milestone in Virginia's Commitment to Mental Healthcare RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin signed a comprehensive set of bills passed this session, marking Virginia’s continued commitment to the Right…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Dedicates Culpeper Battlefields State Park

Virginia’s 43rd State Park preserves historic Civil War battlefield sites in Culpeper County RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin officially dedicated Virginia’s newest State Park, Culpeper Battlefields State Park. The park opens with…

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National Utility Trailer Manufacturer to Expand in Virginia

Carry-On Trailer to invest $9.2 million to increase capacity at its operation in Westmoreland County, creating 60 new jobs. RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin on June 11th, announced that Carry-On Trailer, a leading manufacturer of steel…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Releases Statement on First Meeting of Preserving VMSDEP Task Force

RICHMOND, VA -- Governor Glenn Youngkin on June 11th, released the following statement after the first meeting of the Preserving Virginia Military Survivors and Dependents Education Program (VMSDEP) Task Force: “I’d like to thank the…

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Governor Youngkin Signs CEA Legislation and Announces Expansion of High-Tech Indoor Farm in Prince William County

Legislation clarifies CEA operations tangible personal property tax exemptions; Beanstalk Farms to invest $4.1 million in Prince William County RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin led a celebration of the Commonwealth’s ongoing commitment…

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Governor Youngkin Announces $1.3 Million for Seven Commonwealth’s Capital for Communities Fund Awards

Funding will support community development financial institutions, small businesses and revitalization projects RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin announced on June 7th, $1.3 million in grants for seven projects through the…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Signs Executive Order to Establish Multi-Agency Data Sharing Protocols Regarding Voter List Maintenance

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin issued Executive Order 31 on June 7th, to strengthen Virginia's voter rolls and ensure better data accuracy. This initiative builds on the administration's robust improvements to list maintenance, including…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin and Attorney General Jason Miyares: Virginia Will Exit California Electric Vehicle Mandate at End of Year

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Youngkin on June 5th, announced the end of the California electric vehicle mandate in Virginia, effective at the end of 2024 when California’s current regulations expire. An official opinion from Attorney General Jason…

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Veteran-Owned Engineering and Manufacturing Firm Serving the Aerospace and Defense Industry to Invest in Virginia

Veteran-Owned Engineering and Manufacturing Firm Serving the Aerospace and Defense Industry to Invest in Virginia RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin on June 4th, announced that JKOZ Engineering, a service-disabled veteran-owned business…

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Governor Youngkin Encourages Virginians to Prepare Now for the 2024 Hurricane Season

RICHMOND, VA - As the Atlantic hurricane season officially commences, Governor Glenn Youngkin urges residents across our Commonwealth to prioritize preparedness and resilience in the face of potential storms. Last week, Governor Youngkin visited the…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Administration and Board Appointments - May 31, 2024

RICHMOND -- Governor Glenn Youngkin on May 31, 2024, announced additional key administration and board appointments. ADMINISTRATION APPOINTMENTS OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR Mujia “Ariana” He, Special Assistant …

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Specialty Gifts Manufacturer to Invest in Virginia

Boxer Gifts LLC to invest $1.4 million to establish new operation in the City of Harrisonburg, creating 15 new jobs RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin on May 28th, announced that Boxer Gifts LLC, a specialty gifts manufacturing company, will…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Honors Emergency Medical Services Award Recipients During EMS Week Celebration at the Governor's Mansion

RICHMOND, VA - On Monday, May 20, Governor Glenn Youngkin recognized the Governor’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Award recipients from 2023 during a special EMS Week ceremony at the Governor’s Mansion. The Governor’s EMS Awards…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces First Meeting Date and Members of 'Preserving Virginia Military Survivors and Dependents Education Program Task Force'

RICHMOND, VA - Following his issuance of Executive Directive Seven,?which established a task force to address recent changes made by the General Assembly to the Virginia Military Survivors and Dependents Education Program (VMSDEP), Governor Glenn…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Applauds Micron Investment in Virginia HBCUs, Bolstering STEM Education

RICHMOND, VA - On May 24th, Governor Glenn Youngkin applauded the launch of Micron’s Minority Serving Institution (MSI) Semiconductor Network and a new partnership with Micron, GlobalFoundries and the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF)…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Accelerate Southwest Economic Development Initiative

RICHMOND, VA - On May 23rd, Governor Glenn Youngkin announced the Accelerate Southwest Initiative, which will focus on economic development, lowering the cost of living, infrastructure, and housing projects in the Southwest region. These key focus…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Signs Legislation to Prevent Overdoses and Enhance Student Education About the Dangers of Drugs

RICHMOND, VA - On May 23rd, Governor Glenn Youngkin signed three bills, including: SB 614 to combat the manufacturing of Xylazine, SB 726 to require local school boards to develop policies and procedures for opioid overdose prevention and treatment…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Commends Approval of Additional Lab Schools

Two new Lab Schools approved by Virginia Board of Education RICHMOND, VA - The Virginia Board of Education approved the establishment of two additional Lab Schools brought forth by Old Dominion University and George Mason University. …

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Protects Children by Signing Legislation on Child Exploitation, Missing Child Alerts and Sentencing Guidelines

RICHMOND, VA - On May 22nd, Governor Glenn Youngkin signed SB 731, HB 1427, HB 1388 and SB 201 to protect children from exploitation, increase penalties on child predators and ensure rapid response for missing or endangered children. …

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Hardwood Veneer Manufacturer to Reopen Mill in Virginia

West Point Veneer to invest $2.5 million in Town of West Point facility, creating 92 new jobs RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin on May 21st, announced that West Point Veneer LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Coldwater Veneer Incorporated…

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268 Local Tourism Programs to Receive Public-Private Marketing Funds to Drive Visitation Through 2025

Program will generate more than $12.5 million in marketing initiatives and support more than 1,230 partners in the tourism economic ecosystem RICHMOND, VA - To kick off National Travel & Tourism Week, Governor?Glenn Youngkin announced on…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Signs Bipartisan Legislation to Transform Kinship Care in Virginia

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin on May 21st, signed House Bill 27 and Senate Bill 39, which creates the Parental Child Safety Placement Program, codifies the practice of placing children with relatives and strengthens Virginia’s…

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Governor Youngkin Announces New VIPC-Led Initiative that Catalyzes and Attracts Investment into Virginia-based, Innovation-Driven Startups and Entrepreneurs

RICHMOND, VA - On May 20th, Governor Glenn Youngkin announced a new initiative led by Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation (VIPC) that expands investment and growth opportunities for Virginia-based, innovation-driven startups and…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Celebrates Virginia Military Signing Day

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin on May 17th, with the Virginia Department of Veterans Services and the Virginia Department of Education, honored Virginia students who have committed to enlisting in the United States military or entering…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Continued Job Growth in April, Lower Unemployment Rate

RICHMOND, VA -- Governor Glenn Youngkin on May 17th, announced continued job growth in Virginia according to BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics (“LAUS”, or “the household survey”), Virginia’s seasonally adjusted…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Takes Final Action on 2024 Regular Session Legislation

RICHMOND, VA -- Governor Glenn Youngkin on May 17th, acted on legislation that was returned to his desk after the General Assembly rejected his proposed recommendations. “During my State of the Commonwealth address in January, I made clear…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces April General Fund Revenues Remain Ahead of Forecast

RICHMOND, VA -- Governor Glenn Youngkin on May 16th, announced that general fund revenues for April 2024 remain ahead of revenue projections and reinforce the soundness of the underlying forecast. Year-to-date general fund revenues have increased…

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Governor’s Volunteerism and Community Service Awards Nomination Period Opens

Annual awards honor individuals and groups making a difference in Virginia RICHMOND, VA—Governor Glenn Youngkin announced the opening of the nomination period for the 2024 Virginia Governor’s Volunteerism & Community Service…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Recommends Four Projects for Southeast Crescent Regional Commission Funding, Totaling $1.5 Million

Grants will support efforts to create jobs, improve infrastructure, and provide affordable housing. RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin on May 15th, announced that he is recommending four projects for funding by the Southeast Crescent…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Signs Executive Directive to Address Changes Made to VMSDEP

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin on May 15th, issued Executive Directive Seven to address recent changes made by the General Assembly to the Virginia Military Survivors & Dependents Education Program (VMSDEP). The Directive establishes a…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Signs Bipartisan Budget Legislation to Keep Virginia on a Winning Path

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin signed the Virginia state budget bills HB 6001 and HB 6002, bipartisan resolutions for the entire Commonwealth. “This is an important day for Virginia. While Virginians’ elected officials can…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Administration and Board Appointments - May 10, 2024

RICHMOND, VA -- Governor Glenn Youngkin on May 10th, announced additional key administration and board appointments. ADMINISTRATION APPOINTMENTS OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR Colby Andrews, Policy Assistant BOARD APPOINTMENTS …

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Results of Public Safety Surge to Combat the Fentanyl Crisis

RICHMOND, VA - Following Fentanyl Awareness Day, Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced the results of Operation Free Virginia, a 30-day statewide fentanyl operation coordinated through 114 state, federal, county, and municipal agencies to protect…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin and First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin Recognize National Fentanyl Awareness Day

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin and First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin recognized National Fentanyl Awareness Day across the Commonwealth by hosting several events that addressed prevention, rehabilitation and highlighted the risk fentanyl poses…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces 10 Virginia Communities to Launch New Tourism Programs and Boost Outdoor Recreation

Participating Destination Marketing Organizations in selected communities to receive up to $200,000 in implementation grants RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin on May 3rd, announced that 10 Virginia communities will launch new tourism…

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Governor Youngkin’s Meeting with President Stubb of Finland Reaffirms Partnership

HELSINKI, FINLAND – Governor Glenn Youngkin met with President Stubb of Finland to discuss best practices for strengthening the business relationship between Virginia and Finland, including mutual trade and investment initiatives. …

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Virginia National Guard to Formalize Relationship with Finland and Signs State Partnership

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin on May 2nd, announced that the Virginia National Guard has been selected as the U.S. partner to the nation of Finland for the Department of Defense National Guard Bureau State Partnership Program. The official…

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Global Clean Energy Manufacturer Topsoe to Invest $400 Million in Virginia

Carbon emission reduction technology company plans to establish state-of-the-art U.S. electrolyzer factory in Chesterfield County, creating 150 new jobs. RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin on May 1st, announced that Topsoe, a Danish…

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Packaging Machinery Manufacturer?to Expand in Virginia

ESS Technologies, Inc. to invest $1.6 million to increase capacity in Montgomery County, creating 27 new jobs RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin on May 1st, announced that ESS Technologies, Inc., a subsidiary of the Pacteon Group that…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Visits Ramstein Air Base and Meets with Virginia Servicemembers

RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, GERMANY – Governor Glenn Youngkin on April 28th, toured Ramstein Air Base in Germany, received a briefing and met with Virginia servicemembers at the base. “It was incredible to visit Ramstein Air Base today and…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Administration and Board Appointments

RICHMOND, VA -- Governor Glenn Youngkin on April 26th, announced additional key administration and board appointments. ADMINISTRATION APPOINTMENTS AUTHORITY Dale Farino, CEO, Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority …

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Celebrates the Approval of Six New Lab Schools

Governor Glenn Youngkin Celebrates the Approval of Six New Lab Schools RICHMOND, VA - The Virginia Board of Education on April 25th, approved the establishment of six additional Lab Schools across the Commonwealth, from Southwest Virginia to…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Leads International Trade Mission to Germany, Denmark, Finland, and Switzerland

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin will lead his third international trade mission as governor to Germany, Denmark, Finland and Switzerland at the end of April. Governor Youngkin and the Virginia delegation will visit: Frankfurt, Stuttgart…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin and First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin Donate Second Quarter Salary to The New E3 School

Governor Glenn Youngkin and First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin donate second quarter salary to The New E3 School on Tuesday, April 23, 2024. Official Photo by Christian Martinez, Office of Governor Glenn Youngkin. NORFOLK, VA – Governor Glenn…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Appointment of New Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority CEO and Vice-Chair of the Board

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin announced on April 23rd, the appointment of Dale Farino as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority (ABC), effective April 29, 2024. Currently serving as the…

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Veteran-Owned Data Sciences Company to Expand Operation in Virginia

JDSAT Inc. to create 60 new jobs in Fairfax County RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin on April 22nd, announced that JDSAT, Inc., a veteran-owned application development and data sciences firm, is investing $630,000 to expand its operations…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces March Jobs Numbers Support Virginia’s Economic Momentum

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin on April 19th, announced that according to BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics (“LAUS”, or “the household survey”), the number of employed Virginians increased by 2,758 in March to…

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L3Harris to Expand in Virginia

Rocket propulsion and power systems manufacturing company to increase capacity in Orange County, creating 80 new jobs. RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin on April 18th, announced that L3Harris Technologies [NYSE:LHX] has selected Orange…

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General Assembly Leaders, Governor Glenn Youngkin Joint Statement on Next Steps in Reaching a Budget Agreement

RICHMOND, VA - Speaker of the House Don Scott, Senate Finance and Appropriations Chair Louise Lucas, House Appropriations Chair Luke Torian and Governor Glenn Youngkin released the following statement on budget discussions following the General…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Reiterates Commitment to Finding Common Ground for Virginia Following Adjournment of Reconvened Session

Governor Glenn Youngkin released the following statement after adjournment of the General Assembly’s Reconvened Session: “As on April 17th’s session comes to an end, I want to thank each and every legislator and their families…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces March General Fund Revenues Remain Ahead of Forecast

Resource Levels Reinforce Confidence for Common Ground Budget Forecast RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin on April 16th, announced that general fund revenues for March 2024 remain slightly ahead of the revenue forecast and reinforce the…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Signs Bipartisan Legislation to Strengthen the Commonwealth’s Workforce

Richmond, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin yesterday signed SB 436 to strengthen Virginia’s workforce to ensure continued success and prosperity in the Commonwealth. "This bill demonstrates our shared commitment to nurturing a skilled,…

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FACT SHEET: A Common Ground Budget for A Structurally Balanced Commonwealth

Governor Glenn Youngkin on Monday released a package of 242 budget amendments to find common ground with the General Assembly on a new, two-year budget. The proposed package eliminates all tax decreases and increases, includes a $21.3Bn record…

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FACT SHEET: A Common Ground Budget That Reflects the Spirit of Compromise

Governor Glenn Youngkin on Monday, April 8th, released a package of 242 budget amendments to find common ground with the General Assembly on a new, two-year budget. The proposed package eliminates all tax decreases and increases, includes a $21.3Bn…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Board Appointments

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin on April 12th, announced additional board appointments. ADMINISTRATION APPOINTMENTS: OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR Robert Ward, Chief Transformation Officer Reeve Bull, Director, Office of…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Adds Experienced Leaders for Strategic Positions

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin on April 12th, announced the appointments of three distinguished professionals to pivotal positions within the Commonwealth. This series of appointments continues the administration’s focus on attracting…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces $1.5 Million in Grants Through the Port Host Community Revitalization Fund

Funding will support redevelopment projects in port host communities of Newport News and Norfolk RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin on April 12th, announced $1.5 million in Port Host Communities Revitalization Fund (PHCRF) awards for…

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Specialty Packaging Manufacturer to Expand Operation in Virginia

EPL America to invest $37.4 million in City of Danville facility expansion, creating 24 new jobs RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin on April 12th, announced that EPL America, LLC, a global specialty packaging manufacturer, is investing $37.4…

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FACT SHEET: A Common Ground Budget to Invest in Virginians' Health

Governor Glenn Youngkin on Monday April 8th released a package of 242 budget amendments t- find common ground with the General Assembly on a new, two-year budget. The proposed package eliminates all tax decreases and increases, includes record…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces 2024 Environmental Excellence Award Winners

Awards recognize champions that improve Virginia’s environment RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today recognizes the winners of the 2024 Governor’s Environmental Excellence Awards at the Environment Virginia Symposium. Held…

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FACT SHEET: A Common Ground Budget to Invest in Virginia's Students and Teachers

Governor Glenn Youngkin on Monday April 8th released a package of 242 budget amendments to find common ground with the General Assembly on a new, two-year budget. The proposed package eliminates all tax increases, includes record funding for K-12…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces HP Hood to Invest Over $83.5 Million in Frederick County

Company to make technology upgrades and expand milk processing facility RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin announced On April 9 that HP Hood LLC, will invest more than $83.5 million to expand its dairy processing operations in Frederick…

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High Pressure Systems Manufacturer to Expand in Virginia

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Virginia-headquartered BAUER COMPRESSORS, INC., a subsidiary of Munich-based BAUER KOMPRESSOREN Group, the world’s foremost innovative designer and manufacturer of high-pressure…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Launches Comprehensive Plan to Fight Virginia's Fentanyl Crisis

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin, First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin, and state and local officials recognized May 9, 2023, as National Fentanyl Awareness Day in Virginia with the signing of a sweeping executive order and a series of events to…

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IT Services Company to Expand in Virginia

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced Margaret O. Daramola as the Commonwealth of Virginia’s new Poet Laureate. Ms. Daramola was born in Nigeria and is a student at Hampton University where she is receiving a Bachelor of…

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Governor Youngkin Announces 236 Local Tourism Programs to Receive Public-Private Marketing Funds to Drive Visitation Through 2024

RICHMOND, VA – To kick off National Travel & Tourism Week, Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today that more than $3.2 million in matching grant and sponsorship funds will be awarded to 236 tourism programs as part of the Virginia Tourism…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Signs Law Formally Defining Antisemitism

RICHMOND, VA – Today, Governor Glenn Youngkin signed HB 1606, sponsored by Delegate Anne Ferrell Tata (R-Virginia Beach), which formally adopts the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance Working Definition of Antisemitism. This…

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Wholesale Distributor to Expand in the City of Salem, Creating 42 New Jobs

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Layman Distributing, a small, woman-owned, full-service wholesale distributor, will invest $6.8 million to expand in the City of Salem. The company will relocate to a facility at 2157…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Margaret O. Daramola as Poet Laureate

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced Margaret O. Daramola as the Commonwealth of Virginia’s new Poet Laureate. Ms. Daramola was born in Nigeria and is a student at Hampton University where she is receiving a Bachelor of…

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Virginia Agriculture Startup to Expand in Albemarle County with $25 Million Investment

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that AgroSpheres, a leader in developing the next generation of environmentally friendly crop health products, will invest $25 million to expand in Albemarle County. The company will…

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Delta Star to Expand Operation in Virginia

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Delta Star, Inc., the largest, American-owned medium transformer manufacturer in the United States and the premier manufacturer of mobile transformers in North America, will invest…

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Virginia-Founded Insurance Firm to Expand Headquarters in Henrico County

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Richmond National Group, Inc., a specialty excess and surplus lines insurance company serving select wholesale brokers across the country, will invest $350,000 to expand its…

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Church and Dwight Co., Inc. to Expand Operation in Virginia

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Church & Dwight Co., Inc. (NYSE: CHD), a major American manufacturer of household products, will invest $27 million to expand its facility at 1851 Touchstone Drive in Chesterfield…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin on Dominion Energy's 2023 Integrated Resource Plan

RICHMOND, VA – Dominion Energy today released its 2023 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) which presents a suite of strategic pathways to ensure the utility’s generation fleet is positioned to provide consistent delivery of electricity to…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Lays a Wreath at the War Memorial of Korea to Pay Tribute to Virginia Soldiers

SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA – Governor Glenn Youngkin laid a wreath at the War Memorial of Korea in Seoul, South Korea to pay tribute to Virginia soldiers who lost their lives during the Korean war. Governor Youngkin was joined by the United Nations…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Administration and Board Appointments - April 28, 2023

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today has announced additional key administration and board appointments. "This talented group of appointees is dedicated to serving Virginians, and I am honored to add them to our administration,"…

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Readout of Governor Youngkin's Meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Kishida

TOKYO, JAPAN – Governor Glenn Youngkin today met with Prime Minister of Japan Fumio Kishida to discuss opportunities for additional trade and foreign investment between Virginia and Japan. “As Japan maintains its economic stature and…

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Readout of Governor Youngkin's Meeting with Prime Minister of South Korea Han Duck-Soo

SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA – Governor Glenn Youngkin met with Prime Minister of South Korea Han Duck-Soo to discuss the future of the bilateral trade relationship between South Korea and the Commonwealth. “The continued friendship between…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Signs Virginia and Taiwan Memorandum of Understanding on Economic and Trade Cooperation

TAIPEI, TAIWAN – ?Governor Glenn Youngkin and Deputy Minister of Economic Affairs Mr. Chern-Chyi “C.C” Chen today signed a memorandum of understanding between the Ministry of Economic Affairs of Taiwan and the Commonwealth of…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Visits Yokota Air Base and Meets with Virginia Servicemembers

YOKOTA AIR BASE, JAPAN – Governor Glenn Youngkin today visited Yokota Air Base in Japan and met with Virginia servicemembers in the airlift squadron, the medical group, aircraft maintenance, communications, and other respective entities at the…

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Governor Youngkin's Meeting with President Tsai of Taiwan Reaffirms Partnership and Encourages Business Opportunity for the Commonwealth

TAIPEI, TAIWAN – ?Governor Glenn Youngkin met with President of Taiwan Tsai Ing-wen to discuss best practices for strengthening the business relationship between Virginia and Taiwan, including mutual trade and investment initiatives.…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Landmark Statewide Initiative to Innovate Virginia's Semiconductor and Microelectronics Ecosystem

RICHMOND, VA – ?Governor Glenn Youngkin announces the formation of Virginia Alliance for Semiconductor Technology (VAST) in advance of his first international trade mission to Taiwan, Japan and South Korea where he will meet with a number of…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces More Than 4.52 Million People in Virginia's Labor Force, Most Ever Recorded

RICHMOND, VA – ?Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced more than 4.52 million people in Virginia’s labor force—the most ever since first recorded in 1976. The labor force participation rate has increased to 65.9% in March, a rate…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces State Health Commissioner Dr. Karen Shelton

RICHMOND, VA – ?Governor Glenn Youngkin today has announced his appointment of longtime healthcare leader Dr. Karen Shelton, MD FACOG as the next State Health Commissioner. “Experience and leadership matter. Dr. Shelton brings a wealth…

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Governor Youngkin Announces $1.5 Million in Grants Through the Port Host Community Revitalization Fund

RICHMOND, VA – ?Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced $1.5 million in Port Host Communities Revitalization Fund awards for the cities of Newport News, Norfolk and Portsmouth in advance of his international trade mission to Taiwan, Japan and…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Opens Nomination Period for the 2023 Governor's Awards on Volunteerism

RICHMOND, VA – ?Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that the administration is accepting nominations for the 2023 Virginia Governor’s Awards on Volunteerism and Community Service, an annual award program that recognizes Virginians…

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Year-to-Date Revenues Still Running Ahead of Projections

RICHMOND, VA – ?Governor Glenn Youngkin announced the general fund revenue collections for March 2023 unadjusted for policy or timing impacts, fell by 3.8 percent compared to March 2022 mainly due to higher refund issuance. On a fiscal…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Administration and Board Appointments

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today has announced additional key administration and board appointments. "I am proud to appoint these talented individuals to my administration and to various boards here in the Commonwealth," said…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Celebrates the LEGO Group Manufacturing Plant Groundbreaking

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today celebrated the iconic LEGO Group manufacturing plant groundbreaking that will bring 1,761 new jobs to Chesterfield County, Virginia. The company will also construct a new 1.7 million-square-foot…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Delivers Partnership for Petersburg Update at Community Resource Center Opening

RICHMOND, VA – Yesterday, Governor Glenn Youngkin provided an update on the Partnership for Petersburg across six primary areas that are essential pillars to creating a thriving Petersburg. Governor Youngkin also participated in a ribbon…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin's Statement on Reconvene Session

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin tonight released the following statement at the conclusion of the Virginia General Assembly’s reconvene session. “Today’s reconvene session once again showed us that together we can…

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Leading Electronic Component Design and Manufacturing Company to Expand in Virginia

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that German company Weidmüller Group, a provider of smart industrial connectivity products and solutions that connect and automate electrical power and signaling for components,…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces $500,000 in Inaugural Petersburg Founders Fund Awards

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today that 20 startups and small businesses operating in the city of Petersburg, will receive $25,000 each as part of the Petersburg Founders Fund (PFF) program. The Virginia Innovation…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Record-High for Virginia’s Agricultural and Forestry Exports in 2022

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced a record value for Virginia’s agricultural and forestry exports as he unveiled the 2022 export data at the Virginia Inland Port facility in Richmond. Newly released data by the…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin and Congressman Griffith Announce a Sixth Round of Funding for Abandoned Mine Land Economic Revitalization Grant Program

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin and Congressman Morgan Griffith announced today that grant dollars are now available to assist those looking to develop projects in southwest Virginia. The Virginia Department of Energy (Virginia Energy)…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Leads First International Trade Mission to Taiwan, Japan, and South Korea

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin will lead his first international trade mission to Taiwan, Japan, and South Korea in April. Governor Youngkin and the Virginia delegation will visit: Tapei City, Taiwan and Tokyo, Japan and Seoul,…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces $4.5 Million in New Workforce Grant Opportunities

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced $4.5 million in new workforce grant opportunities for workforce development through an open, competitive bid process. The applications and more information can be found on the Virginia…

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Governor Youngkin Appoints Brig. Gen. James W. Ring as 29th Adjutant General of Virginia

RICHMOND, VA – ?Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced the appointment of Brig. Gen. James W. Ring to serve as the 29th Adjutant General of Virginia. Ring's appointment as the leader of the Virginia National Guard and Virginia Defense Force…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin and First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin Tour Prince William County Adult Detention Center and Deliver Salary Donation for Ministry and Training

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin and First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin today announced the donation of his first-quarter salary to the Good News Jail and Prison Ministry, an organization dedicated to supplying faith-based resources for…

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Governor Youngkin Announces New High-Tech Hydroponic Growing Operation in Louisa County

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today that Better Future Farms, Inc. will build a new innovative hydroponic greenhouse and processing facility on a 61-acre site in the Louisa County Industrial Air Park. The company recently…

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Bowman Andros Products Continues to Invest in Virginia Operation

RICHMOND,VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Bowman Andros Products, a global leader in fruit processing, frozen desserts, dairy, and confectionery products, will expand its Mt. Jackson operation in Shenandoah County. The company…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Signs Legislation Providing Financial Support for Expecting Mothers

RICHMOND, VA – ?Governor Glenn Youngkin today signed HB 2290 patroned by Delegate Emily Brewer and SB 1314 patroned by Senator Siobhan Dunnavant which provides financial support for expecting mothers. “During Women’s History…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Signs 738 Bipartisan Bills into Law

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin signed 738 bills into law, offered substantive and technical amendments to 78 bills, and vetoed three bills, taking action on a total of 819 bills sent to his desk during the 2023 General Assembly…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Signs Legislation Supporting Virginians with Developmental Disabilities and Their Families

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today signed key pieces of legislation that will help support Virginians with developmental disabilities and their families obtain the support and tools necessary to ensure that they are able to succeed. …

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Virginia Labor Force Participation Nears Pre-Pandemic Level

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced Virginia’s labor force participation rate has increased to 65.6% in February, the highest rate since February 2020’s pre-pandemic rate of 65.7%. According to BLS Local Area…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Over $8.1 Million in Growth and Opportunity Virginia Grants

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today more than $8.1 million in Growth and Opportunity for Virginia (GO Virginia) grant awards for 17 projects focused on creating talent pipelines and accelerating economic growth. Projects…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Signs Legislation Delivering on His All-American All-Of-The-Above Energy Plan Priorities

RICHMOND, VA – ?Governor Glenn Youngkin today signed legislation that will help deliver on his All-American, All-of-the-Above Energy Plan priorities. “Today is a great day for Virginia energy and American energy. With the bills…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Administration and Board Appointments - March 22, 2023

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today has announced additional key administration and board appointments. "I am grateful to appoint this talented group of individuals to important positions across the Commonwealth," said Governor…

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Year-to-Date Revenues Running Ahead of February Projections

RICHMOND, VA – ?Governor Glenn Youngkin announced the general fund revenue collections for February 2023 were 1.2 percent higher in the first eight months of FY 2023, compared to the same period the previous year. Relative to the official…

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Zollner Elektronik to Expand Through Multi-Location Investment, Creating 100 Jobs in Virginia

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Germany-based Zollner Elektronik AG, one of the world’s largest manufacturing service providers for electronic and mechatronic components, will invest a combined $18 million to…

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Governor Youngkin Awards More Than $12 Million To Reduce Homelessness Across the Commonwealth

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced more than $12 million in Virginia Housing Trust Fund Homeless Reduction Grants for 68 projects across the Commonwealth. The funding will advance targeted efforts to reduce homelessness for…

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Governor Youngkin Announces Over $93 Million in Affordable and Special Needs Housing Loans

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced more than $93 million in Affordable and Special Needs Housing loans for 57 projects across the Commonwealth. The recommended projects will create and preserve 3,936 total units for…

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Ship Repair Subcontractor to Expand in Virginia?

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Advanced Integrated Technologies (AIT), a ship repair contractor for the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and the marine, industrial, and commercial industries…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Administration and Board Appointments - March 10, 2023

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today has announced additional key administration and board appointments. "Today, I am grateful to announce the following administration and board appointments," said Governor Glenn Youngkin. "I am…

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STS Group AG to Establish North American Headquarters and Manufacturing in Virginia

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that STS Group AG, a leading global supplier of interior and exterior parts for commercial and personal vehicles, will establish its North American headquarters and manufacturing operation…

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SanMar Corporation to Establish Company's Largest Distribution Operation in Virginia

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that SanMar Corporation, a leading supplier of wholesale accessories and apparel, will invest at least $50 million to establish a distribution operation in the East Coast Commerce Center…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces $30 Million to Combat Pandemic Learning Loss and Revolutionary Data Platform

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced the upcoming release of $30 million in Learning Recovery Grants to parents to be used for qualifying education services intended to address the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Initial Thirteen Grants to Support Development of Innovative Lab Schools

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced the first thirteen approved planning grants to develop innovative lab schools in the Commonwealth. “Restoring excellence in the Commonwealth’s education system has been a…

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Artesian Water-Based Beverage Manufacturer to Expand in Virginia

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Wilderness Mountain Water Company™ (“Wilderness”) will create 55 new jobs as part of a multi-million-dollar expansion of its water bottling operation in Bland…

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Digital Entertainment Startup to Expand in Virginia

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Magazine Jukebox (MJB) Inc., a company that provides commercial spaces with a digital alternative to traditional print magazines, will invest $1 million to expand in the City of…

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Leading Government Contractor to Relocate Headquarters to Virginia

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Amentum Services, Inc., a leading provider of engineering and advanced solutions and services to the U.S. government, allies, and commercial companies, will invest $495,000 to…

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Governor Youngkin Praises Bipartisan Passage of Workforce Development Transformation Legislation

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin's legislation to consolidate and transform Virginia’s fragmented workforce development system, supported by a broad coalition of businesses, trade and industry groups, labor unions, and workforce…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Praises Passage of Energy Regulatory Reform

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today released the following statement praising the passage of energy regulatory reform: “Since Day One, I have prioritized lowering the cost of living for all Virginians and the cost of doing…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Releases Statement on Sine Die

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today released the following statement on sine die: "Our job is to make Virginia the best place to live, work, and raise a family. This year we have already worked together to lower the cost of living,…

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Four Virginia Communities to Receive Grants to Support Restoration of Brownfield Sites

Grants totaling over $1 million awarded from Virginia Brownfields Restoration and Economic Redevelopment Assistance Fund RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that approximately $1 million in Site Remediation Grants from the…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Praises Passage of Bill to Combat Antisemitism

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today praised the General Assembly for passing House Bill 1606 patroned by Delegate Anne Ferrell Tata, which was passed with wide bipartisan support. This law adopts the non-legally binding Working…

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International Horticulture Automation Solutions Company to Establish First U.S. Operation in Virginia

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that ISO Group, a Netherlands-based innovative supplier of automation solutions in protected horticulture, will invest $570,000 to establish its first U.S. assembly and distribution…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Praises Passage of Agency Legislation Aimed at Expanding Worker Freedom

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today praised legislation that makes it easier for experienced, skilled and already licensed out-of-state professionals to join Virginia’s workforce. The legislation, patroned by Senator Ryan…

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Delfosse Vineyards and Winery Wins 2023 Virginia Governor's Cup for the 2021 Screaming Hawk Meritage

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin awarded the 2023 Virginia Governor’s Cup to Delfosse Vineyards and Winery for the 2021 Screaming Hawk Meritage— a signature estate red blend of 50% Petit Verdot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10%…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Recognizes Recipients of 2022 Governor's Fire Service Awards

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced the recipients of the 2022 Governor’s Fire Service Awards as part of the annual Virginia Fire Chiefs Association Expo and Symposium in Virginia Beach. Established in 2002, the…

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Healthcare Joint Venture to Establish Manufacturing Facility in Virginia

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that PRINCO LLC, a joint venture comprised of Premier, Inc. (NASDAQ: PINC), a leading technology-driven healthcare improvement company (through its affiliate SVS LLC), Vario Labs LLC of…

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General Fund Revenues Remain Above Forecasted Levels

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin announced the General Fund revenue collections for January 2023. For January, which is typically a significant month for collections, adjusted general fund revenues increased by 3.0 percent compared to…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces $66.7 Million Investment to Advance the Life Science Industry

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin announced more than $66 million in state grants for four projects within the Biotechnology, Life Sciences and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Cluster. These projects provide job creation, wage expansion, and…

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Governor Youngkin Announces $2 Million in VSBFA Funding to Facilitate Creation of Southwest Virginia's First Comprehensive Residential Treatment Facility for Addiction Recovery

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Youngkin announced that the Virginia Small Business Financing Authority (VSBFA) has approved a $2 million loan from the Economic Development Loan Fund (EDLF) that will contribute to the creation of Southwest…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin's Statement on Democrats' Partisan Rejection of Qualified Appointees

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today released the following statement on Democrats' partisan rejection of qualified appointees: “In an appalling show of partisanship, today Senate Democrats attacked the integrity of three…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Administration and Board Appointments

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced he has chosen additional key administration appointments. “I'm pleased to announce these new members of my administration that have chosen to serve and go to work for their fellow…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin's Statement on the House and Senate Appropriations Committees' Budget Proposals

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today released the following statement on the House and Senate Appropriations Committees' budget proposals. "When I presented my proposed budget amendments in December, I said we needed to lower taxes…

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Pharmaceutical Engineering and Manufacturing Company to Expand in Virginia

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Engineered BioPharmaceuticals, Inc., a pharmaceutical engineering and manufacturing company dedicated to advancing cost effective, state-of-the-art medicine, will invest $6.1 million…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Releases Human Trafficking Prevention Report

RICHMOND, VA – During Human Trafficking Month, Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that the Commission on Human Trafficking Prevention and Survivor Support released their report on human trafficking in Virginia. On his first day in office,…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Removes Regulatory Burdens to Increase Opportunities for Nurse Aides

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin announced this week that the Virginia Board of Nursing is implementing changes to improve the quality of training, availability of training, and the hiring process of qualified nurse aides in the…

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Inventory Software Development Company to Expand in Virginia

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Yellow Dog Software, an inventory software development company, will invest $150,000 to expand its operation at 965 Norfolk Square in the City of Norfolk. The company is increasing…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Virginia Council on Women's 12th Annual High School Essay Contest

Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Virginia Council on Women's 12th Annual High School Essay Contest RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that the Virginia Council on Women is encouraging female high school students to…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Statement on the Deadly Assault of Tyre Nichols

Governor Glenn Youngkin Statement on the Deadly Assault of Tyre Nichols RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today released the following statement after the airing of the deadly assault of Tyre Nichols by the Memphis Police Department…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Hails Major Step Forward on Tax Relief for Virginia Families and Local Businesses

Governor Glenn Youngkin Hails Major Step Forward on Tax Relief for Virginia Families and Local Businesses Richmond, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today hailed the passage of his tax relief proposals, HB 2138 and 2319, in the House of…

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Hiring Up,More Virginians Looking for Employment, December Jobs Report Shows

Hiring Up,More Virginians Looking for Employment, December Jobs Report Shows Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced the number of employed residents rose by 4,485 to 4,228,407 in December 2022. According to BLS Local Area Unemployment…

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Amazon Web Services Plans to Invest $35 Billion in the Commonwealth by 2040 to Expand Data Center Campuses

Amazon Web Services Plans to Invest $35 Billion in the Commonwealth by 2040 to Expand Data Center Campuses RICHMOND, VA –? Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Amazon Web Services (AWS), an Amazon.com, Inc. company (NASDAQ: AMZN),…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Proposal to Protect Student Achievement Against Merit Withholders

RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today that he has requested Senator Siobhan Dunnavant (Henrico) and Delegate Nick Freitas (Culpeper) to sponsor legislation on his behalf to require Virginia schools to inform students and their…

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First Commercialized Almond Milk-Based Vegan Cheese Brand to Expand Headquarters

First Commercialized Almond Milk-Based Vegan Cheese Brand to Expand Headquarters RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Armored Fresh, the U.S. subsidiary of Armored Fresh Inc., a South Korean leading food tech company, will…

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General Fund Revenues Up Halfway Through FY23

General Fund Revenues Up Halfway Through FY23 RICHMOND, VA –Governor Glenn Youngkin announced the General Fund revenue collections for December 2022. Through the first half of the fiscal year, adjusting for policy actions and timing issues,…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces $90 Million in Grants to Develop Industrial Sites Across Commonwealth

Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces $90 Million in Grants to Develop Industrial Sites Across Commonwealth RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced a total of $90 million in Virginia Business Ready Sites Program (VBRSP) development…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Administration and Board Appointments-January 13, 2023

Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Administration and Board Appointments-January 13, 2023 RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today has announced additional key administration and board appointments. "I am honored to appoint…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces More Than $2.9 Million in Virginia Eviction Reduction Pilot Program Grants

Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces More Than $2.9 Million in Virginia Eviction Reduction Pilot Program Grants RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced more than $2.9 million for the Virginia Eviction Reduction Pilot (VERP) for…

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Ten Virginia Companies Expand into Global Markets through Commonwealth's Trade Accelerator Program

Ten Virginia Companies Expand into Global Markets through Commonwealth's Trade Accelerator Program RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that 10 companies across the Commonwealth have graduated from the Virginia Economic…

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UVA Life Sciences Start-up to Establish Operation in Albemarle County

UVA Life Sciences Start-up to Establish Operation in Albemarle County RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that PS-Fertility, Inc., a life sciences start-up that will commercialize a novel male fertility diagnostic…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Delivers the State of the Commonwealth Address

Governor Glenn Youngkin Delivers the State of the Commonwealth Address RICHMOND, VA - Governor Youngkin today delivered the State of the Commonwealth address where he shared his vision for a Virginia where the next generation can live out their…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin's Statement on Virginia Parole Board Report

Governor Glenn Youngkin's Statement on Virginia Parole Board Report RICHMOND, VA - On Day One, Governor Youngkin issued Executive Order 3 which fired the previous Parole Board and requested a programmatic review of the Board’s duties,…

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Fabric and Textile Company to Acquire HanesBrands Inc. Facility in Virginia

Fabric and Textile Company to Acquire HanesBrands Inc. Facility in Virginia RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Apex Mills, a specialty supplier and manufacturer of warp knit fabrics geared towards industrial and…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Calls for Attorney General Jason Miyares to Investigate the Leadership of Thomas Jefferson High School

Governor Glenn Youngkin Calls for Attorney General Jason Miyares to Investigate the Leadership of Thomas Jefferson High School RICHMOND, VA - Following recent news reports, Governor Glenn Youngkin today called for Virginia's Attorney General…

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Global Advanced Materials Manufacturer to Expand in Virginia

Global Advanced Materials Manufacturer to Expand in Virginia RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Hollingsworth & Vose (H&V), a global manufacturer of advanced materials used in filtration, battery, and industrial…

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Long-Standing, Family-Owned Food Business to Expand in Shenandoah County

Long-Standing, Family-Owned Food Business to Expand in Shenandoah County RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today that family-owned and operated Wholesome Foods, Inc. will expand its meat processing operation by adding a new,…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Grants Supporting Local Food Systems

Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Grants Supporting Local Food Systems RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced the largest ever award round from the Governor’s Agriculture and Forestry Industries Development (AFID) Fund…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces $875,000 in Farmland Preservation Grants

Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces $875,000 in Farmland Preservation Grants RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced the fiscal year 2023 Virginia Farmland Preservation Fund grant recipients. Five localities have been awarded a total…

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Governor Youngkin Announces More Than $24.7 Million in Industrial Revitalization Funds

Governor Youngkin Announces More Than $24.7 Million in Industrial Revitalization Funds RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced more than $24.7million in 20 Industrial Revitalization Fund (IRF) grants. IRF grants provide gap…

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Governor Youngkin Announces Over $5 Million in Growth and Opportunity Virginia Grants

Governor Youngkin Announces Over $5 Million in Growth and Opportunity Virginia Grants RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today more than $5 million in Growth and Opportunity for Virginia (GO Virginia) grant awards for 10 projects…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Releases Comprehensive Economic Development Policy to Grow Virginia's Economy

Governor Glenn Youngkin Releases Comprehensive Economic Development Policy to Grow Virginia's Economy RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today unveiled “Compete to Win”, a comprehensive economic development policy to grow…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces New Regulatory Transparency Plans

Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces New Regulatory Transparency Plans RICHMOND, VA - The Office of the Governor just released a first of its kind “Uniform Regulatory Plan” that lists all of the regulatory actions expected by the State…

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Governor Youngkin Announces More Than $2 Million Distributed Through Hurley Relief Fund

Governor Youngkin Announces More Than $2 Million Distributed Through Hurley Relief Fund RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that more than $2 million has been distributed through the Hurley Relief Fund. The relief payments are…

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Three Major Thoroughbred Stakes Races to Relocate to Virginia in 2023

Three Major Thoroughbred Stakes Races to Relocate to Virginia in 2023 RICHMOND, VA - After approval from the American Graded Stakes Committee, the Office of the Governor announced today that three internationally-renowned Thoroughbred stakes…

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Virginia's Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Campaign is Back to Deter Drunk Driving This Holiday Season

Virginia's Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over Campaign is Back to Deter Drunk Driving This Holiday Season RICHMOND, VA - Virginia’s Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over DUI enforcement and public education campaign is back on Virginia’s roads…

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What They Are Saying: Governor Glenn Youngkin Proposes Budget Amendments to Accelerate Results for Virginians

What They Are Saying: Governor Glenn Youngkin Proposes Budget Amendments to Accelerate Results for Virginians RICHMOND, VA – Last week, Governor Glenn Youngkin addressed the Joint Meeting of the Senate Finance and Appropriations, House…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Funding to Expand Childcare Access in Southwest Virginia

Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Funding to Expand Childcare Access in Southwest Virginia RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced $1.2 million in grant funding to support the Ready SWVA project for increased childcare options in…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin and Speaker Todd Gilbert Set Special Election for 24th House District

Governor Glenn Youngkin and Speaker Todd Gilbert Set Special Election for 24th House District RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin and House Speaker Todd Gilbert today concurrently issued writs of election declaring a special election in the…

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November Economic Indicators Remain Mixed

November Economic Indicators Remain Mixed RICHMOND, VA - Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced the number of employed residents dropped by 7,426 in November and according to BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics (“LAUS”,…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces New Permit Streamlining and Transparency Process

Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces New Permit Streamlining and Transparency Process RICHMOND, VA - This week, Governor Glenn Youngkin announced the release of a new platform at the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) to streamline…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Bans TikTok and WeChat on State Devices and State-Run Wireless Networks

Governor Glenn Youngkin Bans TikTok and WeChat on State Devices and State-Run Wireless Networks RICHMOND, VA - Today, Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin issued Executive Order #24, banning the use of certain Chinese-owned mobile phone applications…

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What They Are Saying: Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Transformational Behavioral Health Plan

What They Are Saying: Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Transformational Behavioral Health Plan RICHMOND, VA – Leaders in Virginia reacted to Governor Glenn Youngkin's transformational behavioral health plan announcement. “We've…

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Joint Money Committee Speech

Joint Money Committee Speech As Prepared for Delivery Joint Money Committee Speech Accelerating results – going faster and delivering more. Thank you, Chairman Knight, Co-Chair Howell, Co-Chair Barker, and Chairwoman Robinson.…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Transformational Behavioral Health Care Plan for Virginians

Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Transformational Behavioral Health Care Plan for Virginians RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today unveiled his three-year plan to transform Virginia’s behavioral health system, entitled “Right…

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MSI to Establish East Coast Distribution Facility in Virginia

MSI to Establish East Coast Distribution Facility in Virginia RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that M S International, Inc. (MSI), the leading supplier of flooring, countertops, wall tile, and hardscaping products in North…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Budget to Accelerate Results for Virginians

Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Budget to Accelerate Results for Virginians RICHMOND, VA - Today, Governor Glenn Youngkin addressed the Joint Meeting of the Senate Finance, House Appropriations, and House Finance Committee and announced his…

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Southwest Manufacturer to Expand in Virginia

Southwest Manufacturer to Expand in Virginia RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that SWVA Biochar, a leading producer of premium biochar in the Southwest Virginia region, will invest $2.6 million to increase capacity at its…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Releases Statement on the Passing of Delegate Ronnie Campbell

Governor Glenn Youngkin Releases Statement on the Passing of Delegate Ronnie Campbell RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin released the following statement on the passing of Delegate Ronnie Campbell. "Suzanne and I are saddened to learn of…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Sets Special Election for Virginia's 4th Congressional District

Governor Glenn Youngkin Sets Special Election for Virginia's 4th Congressional District RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today issued a writ of election declaring a special election in Virginia's 4th Congressional District for February 21,…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Launches Prompt Placement Task Force

Governor Glenn Youngkin Launches Prompt Placement Task Force RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced the launch of a major initiative to end the Temporary Detention Order (TDO) crisis. The Prompt Placement TDO Task Force…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Administration and Board Appointments-Dec 09 2022

Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Administration and Board Appointments RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today has announced additional key administration and board appointments. "I am pleased to welcome these new…

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Metal Manufacturing Company to Expand in Virginia, Creating 130 New Jobs

Metal Manufacturing Company to Expand in Virginia, Creating 130 New Jobs RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Virginia MetalFab, a full-service metal manufacturing provider, will invest $9 million to expand to a larger…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces $20M of Funding Awards for Operation Bold Blue Line

Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces $20M of Funding Awards for Operation Bold Blue Line RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin announced the Criminal Justice Services Board awarded approximately $20 million to local and state criminal justice…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces End of Covid-19 Related Fines and Penalties

Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces End of Covid-19 Related Fines and Penalties RICHMOND, VA - Governor Youngkin issued an Executive Order today directing enforcement agencies, boards, and commissions to report all fines, fees, suspensions related…

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Wastewater Treatment Systems Manufacturer to Expand in Virginia

Wastewater Treatment Systems Manufacturer to Expand in Virginia RICHMOND, VA —Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that E-Z Treat, a family owned-and-operated manufacturer of next generation wastewater treatment systems, will invest…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Virginia Awarded Over $67 Million in CDC Grant to Support Public Health Infrastructure

Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Virginia Awarded Over $67 Million in CDC Grant to Support Public Health Infrastructure RICHMOND, VA - Today, Governor Glenn Youngkin announced that the Commonwealth of Virginia received more than $67.5 million…

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Governor Youngkin Announces Virginia Grand Basin Clean Water Farm Award Winners

Governor Youngkin Announces Virginia Grand Basin Clean Water Farm Award Winners RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced the 10 winners of the Virginia Grand Basin Clean Water Farm Awards for 2022. The awards recognize farmers or…

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Governor Youngkin Announces $230 Million in Approved SSBCI Funding for Virginia’s Small Businesses, Early-Stage Start-Ups, and Entrepreneurial Ecosystems

Governor Youngkin Announces $230 Million in Approved SSBCI Funding for Virginia’s Small Businesses, Early-Stage Start-Ups, and Entrepreneurial Ecosystems RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin announced today that Virginia has been…

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Commission to Combat Antisemitism Releases Report on Antisemitism in Virginia

Commission to Combat Antisemitism Releases Report on Antisemitism in Virginia RICHMOND, VA - The Commission to Combat Antisemitism today released their report on antisemitism in Virginia. The Commission, which was established by Governor…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Investment for Economic Development Sites

Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Investment for Economic Development Sites RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that he is committed to bringing more companies into Virginia by proposing an additional investment for…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Donates His Fourth-Quarter Salary to Pathways

Governor Glenn Youngkin Donates His Fourth-Quarter Salary to Pathways RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin and First Lady Suzanne S. Youngkin today announced that they would donate his fourth-quarter salary to Pathways in Petersburg. Pathways…

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Granules India to Establish Pharmaceutical Packaging Facility in Virginia, Creating 57 New Jobs

Granules India to Establish Pharmaceutical Packaging Facility in Virginia, Creating 57 New Jobs RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Granules India Ltd., a vertically integrated pharmaceutical company, will invest $12.5…

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Cost Engineering and Data Analytics Company to Expand in Virginia, Creating 150 New Jobs

Cost Engineering and Data Analytics Company to Expand in Virginia, Creating 150 New Jobs RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Technomics, Inc., an employee-owned decision analysis company that specializes in cost analysis,…

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Solar and Roofing Company to Expand in Virginia, Creating 400+ New Jobs

Solar and Roofing Company to Expand in Virginia, Creating 400+ New Jobs RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that SmartRoof, one of the East Coast's leading roofing companies, will invest $350,000 to expand in Fairfax…

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VIPC Awards $1.5 Million in Commonwealth Commercialization Fund Grants to 24 Innovative Projects from Virginia Companies and Research Universities

VIPC Awards $1.5 Million in Commonwealth Commercialization Fund Grants to 24 Innovative Projects from Virginia Companies and Research Universities RICHMOND, VA - The Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation’s (VIPC) Commonwealth…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Participates in 345th Tax Tribute Ceremony

Governor Glenn Youngkin Participates in 345th Tax Tribute Ceremony RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin today participated in the 345th Tax Tribute Ceremony. The Governor was joined by tribals citizens of the Mattaponi and the Pamunkey…

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Pathway Homes Honored at Virginia Governor’s Housing Conference for Urban Garden Program

Pilot Started During COVID Spreading to More of Nonprofit’s Houses Fairfax, VA -- Pathway Homes’ received the Best Housing Program award during the Virginia Governor’s Housing Conference (VGHA) for its work in establishing an…

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Skip Barber Racing School to Relocate Headquarters in Virginia and Establish Performance Driving School

Skip Barber Racing School to Relocate Headquarters in Virginia and Establish Performance Driving School RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced Skip Barber Racing School, the world's largest automotive education and…

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Economic Indicators Remain Mixed in October Employment Surveys

Economic Indicators Remain Mixed in October Employment Surveys RICHMOND, VA — Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced the number of employed Virginians remained above 4.2 million workers in October 2022. According to BLS Local Area…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Unveils the "Make Virginia Home" Plan

Governor Glenn Youngkin Unveils the "Make Virginia Home" Plan RICHMOND, VA — Today at the 2022 Virginia Governor’s Housing Conference, Governor Glenn Youngkin unveiled his “Make Virginia Home” Plan, which will promote…

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Woman Founded and Led Small Disadvantaged Business to Expand in Virginia

Woman Founded and Led Small Disadvantaged Business to Expand in Virginia RICHMOND, VA —Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that ARDX®, a government healthcare management and technology consulting ?rm, will invest $2.4 million to…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Over $11.5 Million in Community Development Block Grants

Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Over $11.5 Million in Community Development Block Grants RICHMOND, VA — ?Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced more than $11.5 million in Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) for 10 projects across…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin and Senator L. Louise Lucas Set Special Election for 7th Senate District

RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin and Senate President Pro Tempore L. Louise Lucas today concurrently issued writs of election declaring a special election in the 7th Senate District for January 10, 2023. The seat was previously held by Senator…

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Warehouse and Distribution Company to Create 745 New Jobs in Virginia

Warehouse and Distribution Company to Create 745 New Jobs in Virginia RICHMOND, VA - Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that World Class Distribution, Inc. (WCD Inc.), a distribution, warehousing, and cold storage network company, will…

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October General Fund Revenues Above Forecasts

RICHMOND, VA — ?Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced the General Fund Revenue collections for October exceeded budget forecasts at a 10.3 percent year-over-year increase. On an unadjusted basis, general fund revenues increased 3.0 percent…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces 64 Local Tourism Programs to Receive Public-Private Marketing Funds to Bolster Tourism Microbusinesses

RICHMOND, VA — ?At the VA-1 Governor’s Tourism Summit, Governor?Glenn Youngkin announced yesterday that more than $300,000 in matching grant funds will be awarded to 64 small business partnerships as part of the Virginia Tourism…

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Japanese Supply Chain Company to Establish Warehouse and Distribution Facility in Virginia

Japanese Supply Chain Company to Establish Warehouse and Distribution Facility in Virginia RICHMOND, VA — ?Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Nakano Warehouse & Transportation Corp., a Tokyo-based transportation and…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Administration and Board Appointments

Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Additional Administration and Board Appointments RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today has announced additional key administration and board appointments. "Today I welcome this group of individuals…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces HBCU and Urban League Tutoring Partnership to Address Catastrophic Learning Loss

Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces HBCU and Urban League Tutoring Partnership to Address Catastrophic Learning Loss Today, Governor Glenn Youngkin announced an additional initiative to address catastrophic learning loss through a tutoring…

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Technical Textile Manufacturer to Establish Facility in Southwest Virginia

Technical Textile Manufacturer to Establish Facility in Southwest Virginia RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that Ronald Mark Associates, Inc. (RMA), a leader in custom resin and vinyl fabric formulations and technical…

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Natural Fibers Developer Selects Virginia for U.S. Headquarters and Production Facility

Natural Fibers Developer Selects Virginia for U.S. Headquarters and Production Facility RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that FyberX Holdings (“FyberX”), a developer of technology to process raw agricultural…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Progress on Partnership for Petersburg

Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Progress on Partnership for Petersburg RICHMOND, VA — Today, Governor Glenn Youngkin provided a comprehensive update on the Partnership for Petersburg across six primary areas that are essential pillars to…

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Governor Youngkin Announces $60M in New State Tax Credits to Help Rental Affordability

Governor Youngkin Announces $60M in New State Tax Credits to Help Rental Affordability RICHMOND, VA — The Commonwealth of Virginia has awarded a total of $60 million in Housing Opportunity Tax Credits (HOTC) to investors developing…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces More Than $4 Million in Appalachian Regional Commission Power Grants

Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces More Than $4 Million in Appalachian Regional Commission Power Grants RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced more than $4 million in grants from the Appalachian Regional Commission’s…

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Governor Youngkin Honors 2022 Volunteerism and Community Service Awards Recipients

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin has announced the recipients of the 2022 Governor’s Volunteerism and Community Service Awards. The annual awards program spotlights the outstanding efforts of individual volunteers and organizations…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Accelerated Social Worker License Process

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that the Virginia Board of Social Work, a health regulatory board under the Department of Health Professions, has enacted regulations that will speed up the process by which a social…

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Federal Assistance Made Available to Aid in Ongoing Recovery Efforts in Portions of Southwest Virginia

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced the Commonwealth of Virginia has received a Small Business Administration declaration to assist Virginians with their recovery efforts due to severe flooding in July of this year. This…

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Dismal NAEP Results Confirm Urgency of Education Reforms in Virginia

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin described the learning losses of Virginia fourth- and eighth-grade students on this year's national reading and mathematics tests as catastrophic. Since 2017, fourth graders in Virginia suffered the…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces Unemployment Rate Remains Unchanged at 2.6%

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that the unemployment rate remained unchanged at 2.6%, representing a 1.0 percentage point decline below last year’s rate and remains below the national unemployment rate of 3.5…

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Governor Glenn Youngkin Announces the Restoration of Rights for over 800 Formerly Incarcerated Virginians

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin announced that civil rights have been restored to over 800 Virginians. Rights were restored for approved individuals last week in order to ensure those who are interested in voting in the November 8th…

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Governor Youngkin Announces 2022-2023 Physical Activity Award Program For School Personnel

RICHMOND, VA — Governor Glenn Youngkin, in partnership with the Virginia Department of Education, today announced the 2022-2023 Governor’s Physical Activity Award Program for School Personnel. The program emphasizes the connection…

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