Speaking before a joint Assembly, Virginia’s governor is asking Virginians to get vaccinated.
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Senate panel shoots down minimum wage freeze
Legislation by Republican Sen. Mark Peake would have frozen the wage at its current $11 rate. Democrats objected.
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Bill that would cap mandatory minimum sentences clears Senate panel
Criminal justice reform groups are concerned current law leaves prosecutors and judges with little flexibility.
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Youngkin sworn in as governor
The Republican starts his term with a flurry of executive actions; repeals mask mandates in schools and vaccines for state employees.
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The great confusion
A bill sponsored by freshman Del. Wren Williams cites the wrong Lincoln debate. A state agency later claimed responsibility for the error.
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Senate panel clears first school construction measure
Legislation proposed by Sen. Bill Stanley would require school districts to use unspent tax dollars from the state on capital projects.
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In final State of Commonwealth address, Northam looks back on tumultuous tenure
Outgoing governor touts economic and cultural achievements at joint session of House of Delegates and state Senate.
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Gilbert sworn in as speaker, strikes unifying tone
The new House Republican majority laid out its legislative agenda as the General Assembly convened in Richmond.
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A new era begins
The Virginia General Assembly reconvenes today for its 2022 session, with Republicans set to hold all three statewide offices and the majority in the House of Delegates.
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Roanoke sets vaccine mandate for city employees
Vaccine-or-testing policy could go in effect by Feb. 1 if U.S. Supreme Court upholds federal requirements.