Update from Richmond: Week 5

Update from Richmond: Week 5

We’ve just wrapped up another busy week at the State Capitol. With Crossover occurring next week, the House is taking final action on a number of items before they are sent to the Senate for consideration. With our legislative session capped at 60 days by the Virginia...
Update from Richmond: Week 5

Update from Richmond: Week 4

The General Assembly continues its work as we approach the key Crossover date. On Crossover, each chamber must complete their work on legislation originating in their chamber. The exception to this rule is the state budget, which will be debated about a week after...
Update from Richmond: Week 5

Update from Richmond: Week 3

Dear Friend, Despite the winter weather, the work of the General Assembly continues. Committees are meeting and dissecting bills while the House as a whole passes bills–some good, some bad. In this week’s update, I am highlighting both redistricting and taxes. I am...
Update from Richmond: Week 5

Update from Richmond: Week 2

Dear Friend, Winter weather, likely severe, is on its way to Virginia. I encourage you to stay tuned to local news media for the latest information and to check on your neighbors. In this week’s newsletter, I am providing you with my thoughts on the Governor’s Address...
Update from Richmond: Week 1

Update from Richmond: Week 1

Dear Friend, The Virginia General Assembly officially kicked off on Wednesday with the formal organization of the House. As part of the organizational process, I was appointed by the Speaker to serve on the Education, Health & Human Services, and Privileges &...