Government and Politics
December 18, 2024
From: Virginia Governor Glenn YoungkinRICHMOND, VA - On December 18, 2024, morning Governor Glenn Youngkin unveiled his proposed “Keeping Virginia Winning” budget amendments during a presentation to the General Assembly’s Joint Money Committee. The “Keep Virginia Winning” budget is a series of proposed amendments to the 2024-2026 biennial budget bill. The Governor’s amendments to the biennial budget prioritize tax relief for working Virginians, expand educational opportunities for Virginia students, keep our communities safe, and make critical investments in healthcare, economic development, and the Commonwealth’s technology infrastructure.
“Today, I am proud to present the “Keep Virginia Winning” budget – a bold plan that builds on our critical investments and historic tax relief for hardworking families because the results are clear: what we’re doing is working, and Virginia is roaring,” said Governor Glenn Youngkin. “We are now among the top states competing for jobs and opportunities, and these budget amendments build on our success by additional tax relief, while continuing to invest in economic development, expanding educational opportunities for Virginia students, supporting law enforcement, bolstering behavioral health, and unleashing growth and opportunity.”
A key overview of the governor’s “Keep Virginia Winning” budget amendments can be found here.
Video of the governor’s remarks to the Joint Money Committee are available here.
The governor’s full remarks on his “Keep Virginia Winning” budget is available here.
The governor’s amendments to the 2024-2026 biennial budget bill are available here