Tag: inflation
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Virginia General Fund Revenues Up 5.4% Year-to-Date Through August
Governor Spanberger says August revenues rose 2.8% and year-to-date collections grew 5.4%, ahead of forecast by 1.8%, driven by strong sales tax receipts.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessUSAState GovernmentsEconomyFinancial MarketsGeneral Politics VirginiaAbigail SpanbergerGeneral Fund revenuesMark D. Sicklessales taxstate budgetinflation
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Virginia General Fund Revenues Up 6.5% Through May, Exceeding Forecasts
Virginia's General Fund revenues grew 6.5% year-over-year through May, exceeding forecasts by 2.9%. Governor Spanberger announced the strong position for a surplus, while acknowledging inflationary concerns and directing a new forecast for future budget planning.
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Fairfax County Fire Marshal Fees to Increase July 1
Fairfax County's Office of the Fire Marshal and Land Development Services will raise fees by approximately 5% starting July 1, 2026. Approved by the Board of Supervisors, these adjustments address increased operational costs due to inflation and personnel expenses.
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