by mikecherry | Feb 8, 2026 | News
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...
by mikecherry | Jan 31, 2026 | News
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...
by mikecherry | Jan 25, 2026 | News
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...
by mikecherry | Jan 16, 2026 | News
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 &...
by mikecherry | Jan 9, 2026 | News
RICHMOND–Delegate Mike Cherry (R-Colonial Heights) this week introduced legislation extending enhanced retirement benefits to public safety dispatchers, commonly known as 911 dispatchers. House Bill 204 and House Bill 205 will extend these benefits to state and local...
by mikecherry | Oct 30, 2025 | News
Dear Friend, I am following up on my email earlier this week to provide you with additional information regarding the General Assembly’s special session. I’ll give you “the quick read” and then provide some additional context. The Quick Read In short, the Democrat’s...
