Archive for January, 2008

House of Delegates votes 95-2 to repeal Civil Remedial Fees!

January 23, 2008

Even Del. Albo realized the error of his previous bill and voted for repeal:

Washington Post article

Governor Kaine has already called for repeal, so we just need the bill to pass the state Senate and the fees will be eliminated.

Gov. Kaine calls for repeal of abuser fees

January 11, 2008

On Wednesday night. Virginia Governor Tim Kaine changed his opinion and called for a repeal of the “abusive driver” fees.

Gov. Kaine’s support for this legislation was one of the reasons it passed in the first place, and he was also steadfast in his support of the fees even after the voter backlash started.  However, it’s better late than never so let’s give him credit for admitting his mistake.