Virginia government much less dependent on federal funding than its residents Ian Price March 28, 2017 1 minute read Virginia ranks close to the bottom of a recent Wallet Hub survey of states most dependent on federal funding, but proposed budget cuts could see the commonwealth seeking more federal money in the future. As WFIR’s Ian Price reports: Share: Post navigation Previous: POLL: Democrats Perriello and Northam tied; Gillespie extends lead in GOP raceNext: Mark Warner speaks to WFIR this morning on several issues Related Stories Darius Rucker to perform at Elmwood Park in June Web Staff April 3, 2026 RPD Arrests Man in Southwest Gas Station Armed Robbery Clark Palmer April 3, 2026 Roanoke County enters spring with return of community favorite events Web Staff April 3, 2026