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Article: Kaine Starts Fresh Push for Transit Funding
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- The Washington Post
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- November 28, 2006
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During a day-long tour of Northern Virginia yesterday by bus,
rail and SUV, Gov. Timothy M. Kaine pledged to push anew for
transportation dollars and growth controls when the General Assembly
convenes in January.
Kaine (D) acknowledged, however, that persuading House Republican
leaders to raise taxes for roads will be difficult so soon after
they refused to do so during a special session in September that was
called to resolve transportation issues. The lawmakers are up for
reelection next year.
That's why the governor plans to focus on spending the $339
million that even Republicans agree can be found in the state budget
without raising taxes. He also said he will again concentrate on ...