No one seems happy with the pay raises recommended by Gov. Joe Manchin (though some lawmakers appear glad he endorsed their proposed salary hike). In the wake of teachers and other public workers rallying at the Capitol for higher increases, West Virginia's corrections officers will make their pitch today and in uniform. The story is also here, and MetroNews offers its take on Corrections Day as well.
With the session's table games bill expected Tuesday, The Associated Press offers an overview of the issue and how this year's bid (and bill) departs from previous, failed attempts.
The Charleston Gazette's Phil Kabler is predicting that the Legislature will declaw the state's nascent program to wrestle price concession from prescription drug makers.
29 January 2007
The Legislature, Day 20
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)
1 comment:
I always feel pretty bad for those in charge during this time. Because everyone wants a raise, but how does one determine who get's their raise this year? Money is tight and not every group can get what they want.
Post a Comment