Republican Congressman Scott Taylor Encouraged to “Follow Ryan’s Lead” Virginia — Anna Scholl, Executive Director of Progress Virginia and member of the For Our Families steering committee, released the following statement after House Speaker Paul Ryan announced his retirement from Congress: “Virginia families should feel relieved that Speaker Ryan is stepping down as the leader […]
Day: April 11, 2018
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Progress Virginia Statement on Special General Assembly Session On Medicaid Expansion
The state Senate and Majority Leader Tommy Norment must act now Richmond, VA—This afternoon, the Virginia General Assembly will convene in special session to pass a state budget. Progress Virginia today reiterated its call for the budget to include a clean Medicaid expansion without gimmicks or delay tactics. Approximately 400,000 Virginians could access quality, affordable […]
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Tax Scam Protests Come to Virginia
Tax season always make me moody, but I appreciate the fact that my taxes—at least until Trump’s tax plan was passed—fund investments in our country like building roads, hiring teachers, and getting my mail delivered. But this tax season, I’m feeling extra grumpy because now my taxes aren’t going toward the collective good of our […]