Federal Govt archive
March 1, 2008
Free tax preparation available for those who qualify for EITC
Many low-to-moderate income working families and individuals in the Tri-Cities area qualify for the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). Those who qualify for EITC are eligible to have their taxes prepared at no cost. Read more >
January 11, 2008
$750,000 for transportation improvements around Fort Lee
Congressman Randy Forbes has announced that Prince George will receive $750,000 in federal funds to be used toward addressing the increased transportation needs resulting from Fort Lee’s expansion. Today’s RTD has more details.
January 5, 2008
Congressman Randy Forbes brings home the $1.4m bacon
Per the P-I, Congressman Randy Forbes has announced that $1.4m has been included in the recently approved federal spending bill for use toward dredging of the Appomattox River. Earlier threads and discussions on Forbes’ request for this funding can be found here (Jul 07) and here (Nov 07).
November 29, 2007
US Senator Jim Webb’s staff come to constituents
Senator Webb’s staff will host satellite office hours in Petersburg on Monday, Dec. 3 and in Hopewell on Tuesday, Dec. 4. These sessions are designed to assist constituents in these cities and the surrounding communities with Social Security and Medicare benefits, veterans’ benefits, legal immigration, federal student loans, military service, and other federally-related matters. Read more >









