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Residents of Bedford County received $12,940 per capita in transfers in 2022, ranking it 62nd in Virginia

In 2022, residents of Bedford County received an average of $12,940 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 48th lowest in Virginia.

By Lynchburg Reporter | Mar 24, 2025

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Bedford County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 1.7% of income in 2022

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.7% of income in Bedford County, providing an average of $926 per capita to residents.

By Lynchburg Reporter | Mar 22, 2025

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Appomattox County residents received $14,139 per capita in government transfers in 2022, ranking 47th in Virginia

By Lynchburg Reporter | Mar 17, 2025

In 2022, residents of Appomattox County received an average of $14,139 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 47th highest in Virginia.

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Congressman Bob Good criticizes energy policies and calls for spending cuts

By Lynchburg Reporter | Mar 15, 2025

In recent social media posts from mid-March 2025, Congressman Bob Good shared his views on fiscal responsibility and criticized current energy subsidies and governmental actions.

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Appomattox County: Income Maintenance dependency reached 3.3% in 2022

By Lynchburg Reporter | Mar 15, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 3.3% of income in Appomattox County, providing an average of $1,521 per capita to residents.

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Bob Good shares thoughts on spending cuts and gender identity

By Lynchburg Reporter | Mar 13, 2025

In a series of tweets from March 11-13, Congressman Bob Good discussed fiscal responsibility among Republicans as well as controversial topics such as gender identity and energy policy initiatives led by Lee Zeldin

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Amherst County ranks 43rd highest in Virginia for per capita government transfer income at $14,496 in 2022

By Lynchburg Reporter | Mar 10, 2025

In 2022, residents of Amherst County received an average of $14,496 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 43rd highest in Virginia.

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Amherst County ranks 29th in Virginia for government transfer dependency at 32.4% in 2022

By Lynchburg Reporter | Mar 6, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 32.4% of income in Amherst County—ranking it 29th most dependent among Virginia counties.

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Bob Good criticizes government spending and calls for fiscal responsibility

By Lynchburg Reporter | Mar 5, 2025

In recent tweets, Congressman Bob Good criticizes government financial strategies under both parties' leaderships.

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Amherst County: Income Maintenance made up 3% of total income in 2022

By Lynchburg Reporter | Mar 1, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 3% of income in Amherst County, providing an average of $1,346 per capita to residents.

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Bob Good criticizes federal spending cuts and labor legislation

By Lynchburg Reporter | Feb 20, 2025

Congressman Bob Good shared his views on federal budget cuts and criticized the PRO Act through recent tweets.

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Congressman Bob Good critiques fiscal policies and federal government roles

By Lynchburg Reporter | Feb 9, 2025

Congressman Bob Good recently addressed several key political topics through social media posts dated from February 7-9, including his stance against capping credit card rates and criticism of current government spending practices.

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Congressman Bob Good urges fiscal conservatism among Republicans

By Lynchburg Reporter | Jan 31, 2025

In a series of tweets from late January 2025, Congressman Bob Good calls on Republican colleagues to cut discretionary spending in favor of defense initiatives like Donald Trump's Iron Dome while criticizing some party members for compromising...

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Congressman Bob Good questions fiscal policies and urges congressional action

By Lynchburg Reporter | Jan 23, 2025

In a series of tweets from January 22-23, Congressman Bob Good questioned Senator Tim Kaine's past inquiries during the vice-presidential race and criticized current fiscal policies in Washington D.C., urging Republicans to enforce spending cuts...

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EDA awards over $2 million in grants for economic development projects in Amherst County in 2023

By Lynchburg Reporter | Jan 20, 2025

In 2023, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a total of $2,600,000 in grants for economic development projects in Amherst County, Virginia.

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Congressman Bob Good questions fiscal policies and joins podcast discussions

By Lynchburg Reporter | Dec 12, 2024

In recent tweets by Congressman Bob Good dated between December 9-12, he discusses his appearance on a podcast and raises concerns about financial decisions involving the Biden Administration and FEMA.

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Lawmakers introduce act for emergency road access in Wintergreen

By Lynchburg Reporter | Dec 6, 2024

Virginia Congressman Bob Good and Senators Tim Kaine and Mark Warner have introduced the Blue Ridge Fire Safety Act of 2024.

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Congresman Bob Good shares messages of congratulations and gratitude

By Lynchburg Reporter | Nov 28, 2024

Congressman Bob Good celebrated achievements by University of Virginia athletes while reflecting on Thanksgiving's importance through social media posts from November 26 to November 28

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Rep. Bob Good introduces bills targeting DEI housing policies

By Lynchburg Reporter | Nov 22, 2024

Congressman Bob Good from Virginia has introduced two bills aimed at altering current housing policies.

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Congressman Bob Good addresses key issues including gun rights and COVID relief

By Lynchburg Reporter | Nov 20, 2024

Congressman Bob Good recently shared opinions via tweets addressing gun manufacturer liability protection and criticisms of Democratic policies regarding women's rights.