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Norment News
2010 General Assembly Review
3/30/2010
by Senator Tommy Norment
On Sunday March 14, the 2010 General Assembly session
adjourned. Considering the challenges that I described in previous updates, it
was a huge success that we were able to complete our work just one day late.
There were tremendous accomplishments that were made throughout the session in
the areas of job creation, economic development, public safety and government
reform.
This was the first year that I was appointed by the Chairman of the Senate
Finance Committee to serve as a budget conferee- one of a dozen members who work
together to craft the final budget. It was a steep learning curve and an eye
opening experience to be involved in such complex negotiations, however, I feel
I made a positive contribution.
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Norment News
2010 Crossover
Summary
2/22/2010
by Senator Tommy Norment
With Crossover behind us, I want to
update you on a few of the important
bills that have passed the Senate.
Crossover, the day when bills that have
passed their respective chambers make
their way from one legislative body to
the other, is the symbollic midway point
for the session.
During the 2010 session, 2,618 bills and
resolutions were introduced. After
crossover, 1,650 bills are still being
considered by both houses. Many
critical pieces of legislation have
passed the Senate that will now be
debated by members of the House of
Delegates. Although these bills are far
from being enacted into law, I hope that
you will take the time to read through
them.
Below is a compilation of some of the
important bills that have passed the
Senate. To view the bills in their
complete form
click here. It is also important to
note that the Governor released his
budget recommendation this Wednesday and
the two money committees, House
Appropriations and Senate Finance, will
follow suit this Sunday with their
versions of the budget. I will provide
a review of the budget process next
week.
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Terror Trials in NN? Wittman, Norment Say No Way
8/14/09
by WYDaily Staff
The possibility that Newport News' new, state-of-the-security-art federal courthouse could be the site for terrorism trials for Guantanamo Bay inmates has drawn a reaction from at least two elected officials.
The Washington Post reported Thursday that the Newport News courthouse, with its high security and proximity to military bases that could hold defendants, was under serious consideration to host the trials. Among the potential defendants is the alleged mastermind behind the Sept. 11 terror attacks, Khalid Sheik Mohammed.
The highest profile case the building has hosted is the recent Michael Vick bankruptcy. The building opened 18 months ago, and the Post characterized its location as downtown, but not near hotels and restaurants.
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State lawmakers approve legislation to help future efforts to remove public officials from office.
2/27/09
by Cory Nealon
Citizens who petition to remove an elected official from office will not be subject to penalties, according to legislation approved Thursday by the General Assembly.
The bill stems from the failed removal of four Gloucester County supervisors; however, it won't reverse the $80,000 fine that 40 Gloucester petitioners were ordered to pay.
"You cannot be sanctioned just because you circulated a petition," said Sen. Thomas Norment, R-Williamsburg.
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W&M students go on the "Road to Richmond"
2/3/09
by Alexandra Bracken
At 6 a.m. on Jan. 29, senior Brittany Constance was awake, alert and ready to lead a busload of 35 students for the College of William and Mary’s annual “Road to Richmond” event. With a roster and agenda in hand, she spoke to the gathering of undergraduate students, graduate students and university staff.
"Make sure you mingle with the legislators and engage them," she advised. "Talk about the issues you're passionate about, but also let them know what life is like on campus and why we need their support."
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Chamber Hosts Overflow Crowd to Address Pre-Session Legislators
1/10/09
by Brendan O'Hallarn
An overflow crowd of business and government leaders required extra chairs so they could all get a chance to sit and listen to local state reps talk about the upcoming session of the General Assembly.
State Sen. Tommy Norment and three local delegates, Bill Barlow, Phil Hamilton and Brenda Pogge, answered questions from the Greater Williamsburg Chamber and Tourism Alliance and the audience about the upcoming legislative session.
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Tommy Norment named recipient of 2007 Prentis Award
5/17/07
by Erin Zagursky
State Sen. Tommy Norment (R-3rd) has been named the recipient of the College of William and Mary’s 2007 Prentis Award. College President Gene R. Nichol presented the award at a reception honoring Norment May 16. “Our College—like our community and our Commonwealth—is beyond fortunate to have Tommy Norment in our corner,” said Nichol. “William and Mary couldn't ask for a more devoted advocate in Richmond. I’m proud to honor his friendship and service with the Prentis Award.”
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State Sen. Tommy Norment recognized for leadership in education
4/26/07
by Erin Zagursky
(Williamsburg, Va.) – State Sen. Tommy Norment (R-3rd) was presented the William and Mary School of Education’s Jo Lynne DeMary Award at an Educational Policy, Planning and Leadership Alumni breakfast in the University Center yesterday. The DeMary Award, named for the William and Mary alumna and former state superintendent of schools, recognizes individuals for leadership in education.
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