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IT contractor to invest $1M in Tysons headquarters

A company in the information technology sector that had received offers from Texas, Florida and West Virginia but chose to remain in Tysons despite receiving competing bids.

In Support of the GOP Tax Bill and Silencer Deregulation

The Republican tax bill, including its provision to eliminate the $200 tax and registration requirements for firearm silencers, represents a practical approach to reducing government overreach while promoting individual freedoms and economic growth. Contrary to the criticisms from Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine, this legislation prioritizes the needs of law-abiding citizens and offers significant benefits for both the economy and public safety.

Democrat Congressional Candidates make their pitch for the successor to Gerry Connolly

Local Democrats who are seeking to replace the late Rep. Gerry Connolly yesterday (Wednesday) sought to differentiate themselves from a crowded race by outlining their plans to represent Virginia's eleventh Congressional District if they were elected.

Governor Glenn Youngkin Signs Bill to Help Gold Star Families

, VA –  signed HB 957, patroned by Delegate and passed unanimously by the and the Senate of , into law on Gold Star Spouses Day. The bill gives local governments the opportunity to offer tax relief for surviving spouses of a member of the Armed Forces who died in the line of duty. 

 -By taking care of our , we honor the legacy of our service men and women, who gave their lives to protect our freedom,” said . -This enables local governments to give something back to who have sacrificed so much on behalf of this country.”

 This legislation provides localities with the option to declare real property that is owned by a surviving spouse of a member of the Armed Forces who died in the line of duty as a separate class of property for local taxation purposes. The spouse must not be remarried, and the service member’s death must be verified by the U.S. DoD and confirmed that the death was not the result of criminal conduct. 

 The bill outlines that the tax rate must be greater than zero and less than the rate on the general class of real property. This bill would become effective July 1, 2022, for taxable years beginning on and after January 1, 2022.

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Read More: https://governor.virginia.gov/newsroom/news-releases/2022/april/name-930834-en.html

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