RICHMOND, Sept. 26 -- A panel of lawmakers on Tuesday defeated Northern Virginia's key proposal to improve the region's roads and transit system, dimming hopes that the General Assembly will agree on significant transportation relief during a three-day special session that begins Wednesday. -
House Panel In Va. Kills Tax Increase To Aid Roads
RICHMOND, Sept. 26 -- A panel of lawmakers on Tuesday defeated Northern Virginia's key proposal to improve the region's roads and transit system, dimming hopes that the General Assembly will agree on significant transportation relief during a three-day special session that begins Wednesday.-
By Amy Gardner and Tim Craig