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New sales tax could generate $1.27 billion over 3 years for school construction, study finds

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A new entrance and gym at Danville’s George Washington High School was part of a large renovation project, funded by a 1% sales tax increase in the city. Photo by Grace Mamon. " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/cardinalnews.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/142209_Mamon_20250806_George-Washington-HS-Danville-Renovations.jpg?fit=780%2C585&ssl=1" /> The proposed increase will be on the ballot in 47 localities this fall. The state has estimated that $25 billion is needed to fully modernize Virginia's schools. The post New sales tax could generate $1.27 billion over 3 years for school construction, study finds appeared first on Cardinal News .

First report: 47 localities will vote on sales tax for school construction, as state officials prepare to reexamine need — cardinalnews.org, 7d