‘Policy Matters’ is your window into Virginia politics with VPAP. It's our monthly roundup of the top political headlines from across Virginia, powered by VPAP’s daily e-newsletter, VaNews.

A GA bill would provide health care to pregnant people who are incarcerated

A federal judge temporarily halted the sweeping order from taking effect on Tuesday.

Legislators advanced a number of tax proposals, while killing most of Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s.

Fairfax Del. Holly Seibold says informational signs could help reduce the spread of invasive plant species in the commonwealth.

The Division of Perceptual Studies was established in 1967.

Richmond's Greyhound bus station is set for redevelopment; Chimbo Sandwich Shop is coming to Church Hill; and a new cat cafe is coming to the Fan.

The city says the notice is a “necessary and planned part” of working with the health department to address the recent water issues.

It will cost approximately $234,000.

Over 600,000 Virginians would be affected.

Also: Chesterfield County appointed its new superintendent.

Mrs. Bee's Juice Bar moves to Jackson Ward; A new wave of townhomes is coming to Westchester Commons, and Carytown's Byrd Theatre has started replacing its balcony seats.

State Sen. Russet Perry, a Loudoun County Democrat, is leading a bipartisan coalition to set rules for the high-tech facilities.

Anthony Scott Morris will begin immediately as DPU’s acting chief.

The original Jan. 15 deadline was based on the federal marketplace.

The statehouse was delayed due to last week’s water outages in Richmond.

The man died Dec. 19 of natural causes, according to the VADOC official, citing confirmation by its Office of Law Enforcement Services and the state medical examiner’s preliminary findings.

Whole Foods is coming to Chesterfield; Local Party City stores plan to remain open despite nationwide closures; Thalhimer Realty Partners continues to move forward with plans in the region; and other local business stories.

City officials are hopeful potable water will return Saturday afternoon.

Virginia’s capital city and various counties are still under boil advisories.

State offices will tentatively open at 10 a.m., Goochland issues boil advisory.

Richmond’s water distribution centers will operate on Wednesday from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Three state Senate and House seats are up for grabs in special elections that could determine the balance of power in Richmond.

More than 80 residents in Virginia have been charged in connection with the events.

The 2025 BizSense Crystal Ball; A new mayor and city council; Plans for City Center and the Diamond District; and a lot of Dominion land up for grabs.