COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA
Office of the Governor Timothy M. Kaine
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Internet: www.governor.virginia.gov
GOVERNOR KAINE MARKS CONCLUSION OF SIGNIFICANT LEGISLATIVE SESSION
~ Lawmakers pass historic smoking ban, Renew Virginia initiatives, bills to encourage economic development and address budget shortfall ~
RICHMOND – Governor Timothy M. Kaine marked the end of the 2009 General Assembly session today by highlighting a number of key victories, including a landmark ban on smoking in virtually all restaurants and bars throughout the Commonwealth. Among the notable legislative achievements are several innovative energy industry reforms and the creation of economic incentives as part of Governor Kaine’s Renew Virginia initiative, measures to improve ballot access for servicemen and women overseas, and the crafting of a balanced budget during a global economic crisis.
“I am proud to have worked with the legislature to keep Virginia moving forward, even in an undeniably challenging fiscal environment,” Governor Kaine said. “Despite the economic realities facing Virginia , we have continued to protect the health of Virginians and we have found ways to encourage environmentally-responsible economic development while creating green jobs. We also have addressed a significant budget shortfall in a targeted way that will minimize impact to services while positioning the Commonwealth for future successes.”
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