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Primary Issues Handled by State Legislatures

Learn how Virginia General Assembly handles education, public health, the environment, state budget, and revenue to serve the citizens effectively and ensure a well-operating state government.

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Primary Issues Handled by State Legislatures

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  1. Primary Issues Handled by State Legislatures Virginia General Assembly Building- Richmond, VA

  2. Education • To promote an informed and engaged citizenry. • establish minimum standards for schools (SOL’s)

  3. Public Health • To promote and protect the health of its citizens. • fund health benefits

  4. The Environment • To protect natural resources. • improve water quality in the Chesapeake Bay

  5. State Budget • To approve a budget prepared by the governor. • it is biennial (every two years)

  6. Revenue • To levy (charge) and collect taxes. • used to provide goods and services to the public

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