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gave him while he taught college In the Portsmouth area years ago.
His translation of the rambling verse: “Giving does more harm than good. I think government engages in too much of that.” This core philosophy of minimalism and restraint is quite evident by the fact that he only submitted three bills and two resolutions this year. Moreover, on the less taxes front, Miller’s cornerstone legislation sought to improve the lot of Social Security beneficiaries under current tax laws.
A subcommittee this week tabled the legislation to study and hold public hearings. Under current state law, those 62 or older, which includes Miller himself, are allowed a deduction on their taxable income. Social Security is subtracted from that deduction. Miller’s bill would have given a lower deduction but no longer subtract Social Security. 1
In addition, Miller submitted two resolutions that would have limited the General Assembly’s power to raise taxes. One called for a twothirds majority in both chambers to raise new or old taxes.
In looking back at his track record, Miller had trouble citing his proudest accomplishment. He did point out that he authored legislation while in the House that cracked down on Medicare abuses.
But to Miller his legacy is more attitude than having pushed through a slew of bills that expand government and complicate the lives of Virginians.
“I’ve been trying my best to bring about efficiencies in government and to hold down the growth in government, and to keep taxes at a minimum,” he said.
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