There’s now a fund-raising campaign to fund a bust of the famed educator in the State Capitol, thanks to the state senator from Roanoke County.
David Suetterlein
7 notes on Virginia politics and government
From Suetterlein’s vote on Loudoun County schools to Filler-Corn’s ouster to why aren’t more localities taking advantage of a particular tax incentive?
Suetterlein welcomes new constituent
This is the couple’s fourth child. Their third was born on the eve of the 2019 session, a day after the Roanoke County senator announced for re-eletction.
Eight points to make about the General Assembly session so far
We just passed the mid-point of the legislative session. Here’s the score.
Today in the General Assembly
Tuesday, Feb. 8: Suetterlein’s bill on how to count absentee ballots advances to the Senate floor. His bill on fund-raising fails. Hackworth tax relief bill and Stanley school construction bill advance.
Why Suetterlein’s absentee vote bill matters
Here’s why both Democrats and Republicans have a stake in knowing full election results at the precinct level (like we used to have).
Here’s what our legislators are asking for
Money to pay off bonds for Central Virginia Training Center. Life sciences labs in Roanoke and New River valleys. Flood relief for Hurley. A new state park in Highland County. A museum in Danville. And more . . .
Senate panel OKs Suetterlein bill on how to count absentee ballots
Bill is designed to prevent election night ‘mirages’ by showing which precincts absentee ballots are coming from.
House panel backs measure banning drop-off locations for absentee ballots
Proposal by Del. Ronnie Campbell would require voters to mail in their ballots or deliver them to registrars.
Today in the General Assembly
Tuesday, Jan. 25: Senate panel kills Suetterlein’s 30-days bill. House panel passes McNamara’s minimum wage bill.