Delegate Scott’s Richmond Report

Veto Day

As I write this, the General Assembly is scheduled finish its work for the year tomorrow. Having completed its principal legislative work on February 28-45 days after convening-the Assembly returns 45 days later to consider the Governor’s vetoes and amendments.

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Delegate Scott's Richmond Report

Veto Day As I write this, the General Assembly is scheduled finish its work for the year tomorrow. Having completed…

Delegate Scott's Richmond Report

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