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
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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?
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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).
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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 . . .
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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.
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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.
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Today in the General Assembly
Tuesday, Jan. 25: Senate panel kills Suetterlein’s 30-days bill. House panel passes McNamara’s minimum wage bill.