Virginia Senate Republicans are urging Gov. Ralph Northam to call a special session for lawmakers to create a $1,500 back-to-work incentive for those collecting unemployment.
Richmond Times-Dispatch
Last week, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued new COVID-19 guidance that marked a sea change in public health precautions addressing the coronavirus.
â[F]ully vaccinated people no longer need to wear a mask or physically distance in any setting, except where required by federal, state, local, tribal, or territorial laws, rules, and regulations, including local business and workplace guidance,â the federal agency said.
The announcement led to a cascade of local changes. As of midnight on Saturday, Virginiaâs mask mandate was lifted in most locales, except for public transit, health care facilities and congregate settings. On May 28, capacity and distancing restrictions at gatherings also will be eased.
(Richmond)- A group of Virginia lawmakers want to see the governor do away with the state's remaining coronavirus restrictions. Virginia Senate Republicans released a statement, citing a need to restore the state's economy. They say Virginia should be among the first in the U.S. to end all COVID-related restrictions ahead of the "summer tourist season." The governor plans to lift capacity and social distancing restrictions on May 28th.
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