On April 27, 2022, the Virginia General Assembly met for its annual reconvened session to act on the approximately 100 bills amended and 26 bills vetoed by Gov. Glenn Youngkin. Several of the bills Youngkin amended contained...more
In This Issue: Department of Education hosts National Safe School Reopening Summit, Senate HELP Committee holds confirmation hearing for Cindy Marten, and earmarks make their return to Congress....more
In This Issue: Overview of the new COVID-19 stimulus bill, federal agency nominations, how states across the country are addressing learning loss as a result of the pandemic, and McGuireWoods Consulting's new private equity...more
On Wednesday, January 20, 2021, President Biden was sworn into office. As one of his first official acts as President, Biden signed 17 executive actions, one of which was asking the Acting Secretary of Education to extend the...more
Coronavirus Relief Summary -
On Monday, December 21, Congress passed the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, which includes the highly anticipated coronavirus relief package. The $900 billion relief package includes...more
Overview of Presidential Nominees' Policies -
The 2020 presidential campaign season is in full swing. The Democratic National Convention concluded on August 20 with former Vice President Joe Biden officially accepting his...more
With portions of the Commonwealth of Virginia starting to reopen, there are important measures employers should consider as they plan for a safe and successful reopening in a world that has changed considerably in the last...more
As of April 27, 23 states have postponed their legislative sessions. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Minnesota, Mississippi,...more
As of April 21, 25 states have postponed their legislative sessions. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Minnesota,...more
The State of Education in Washington -
President Trump released his $4.8 trillion budget proposal for FY 2021 spending last week. The president’s budget aims to cut non-defense spending, including funding for the U.S....more
Following elections where Democrats gained control of both chambers of the legislature, the party will be able to pursue an agenda that is very different from what we have seen in the past few years under Republican...more
Across the country, school districts use technology to facilitate learning and assist in classroom management. From tracking grades and communicating with parents to monitoring bathroom breaks, technology is everywhere in our...more
The Higher Education Act (HEA) governs federal higher education programs, authorizing federal student-aid programs for postsecondary education and setting regulations for higher education institutions. First passed in 1965,...more
The national teacher shortages is at an all-time high, and lawmakers are looking for solutions on the federal level and in state legislatures across the country. In the 116th Congress, lawmakers have offered several solutions...more