Virginia Budget Deal Breakdown

Virginia’s $205 billion budget deal finally passed after heated negotiations, striking a compromise on data center tax breaks by imposing a tiny electricity tax that could net $600 million — with extras going to a refund fund. Healthcare got a major boost with $30 million over two years to prep for outbreaks and upgrade systems, while Virginia Tech and regional job programs received millions. Teachers see a $387 million pay raise, and lawmakers are getting a $50,000 salary bump. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/10d21b14bc8531dc