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Letter: We Must Support the Peace Corps

Now more than ever we must support the Peace Corps

As we face many challenges around the world, the hard work, collaborative spirit, and dedication of Peace Corps Volunteers continue to represent the very best of America.

Youngkin Fails to Collaborate

Youngkin’s four-year total of vetoes: 437; surpasses McAuliffe prior record of 120.

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Fairfax County Must Stick to Trust Policy

I want to remind our county Sheriff and Board of Supervisors that Fairfax County must stick to our Trust Policy. They must not make any voluntary exceptions to work with ICE because doing so puts innocent people at risk.

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A Budget That Reflects Our Community’s Values

Thank you to all the residents who participated in this year’s budget process — whether you wrote to me, attended one of my budget town meetings or testified before the Board of Supervisors over three days of hearings.

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Stroke Awareness Month

Act FAST

May is recognized as National Stroke Awareness Month.

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Expecting Governor Youngkin to Set a New Veto Record

As Governor Glenn Youngkin reviews the legislation we passed during the 2025 General Assembly session, Virginians should prepare for yet another round of partisan obstruction and record-setting vetoes.

Letter: Fairfax County CERT: Beacon of Resilience in Our Community

In times of crisis, the Fairfax County Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) stands as a crucial pillar of strength and preparedness for our community.

Letter: Menhaden Study Fails to Advance in Virginia Budget

Despite mounting troubling signs about the health of the Chesapeake Bay’s menhaden population, this legislative session Virginia lawmakers failed to approve three separate efforts to fund a study intended to answer long-standing questions about the Bay’s menhaden.

General Assembly Proposed Budget Differs from Governor’s

End of session report

The 2025 General Assembly session concluded in February. We are scheduled to meet again on April 2 when we will reconvene to act on vetoes and amendments from the governor on legislation that we passed during our 46-day session.

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Fair Unemployment Benefits Strengthen Our Communities

As the session passed its halfway point, 22 of my bills have passed the Senate (including 16 with bipartisan support) and are being considered by the House of Delegates.

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Standing with Federal Workers

There are 145,000 civilian federal employees in Virginia and more than $106 billion in federal contracts in our state.

Letter: Thanks for Reporting About Important Program

Thanks for Reporting About Important Program

Proposed Budget Features Environmental Gains

Plans demonstrate commitment to Chesapeake Bay restoration and a climate-ready Commonwealth

The proposed spending plans support a host of Chesapeake Bay Foundation initiatives including climate readiness following another year of record-breaking and costly extreme weather, investments in environmental education, and investments in cleaner water and air for future generations.

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My 2025 Legislative Updates

Our first full week in session started off with a flurry of snowflakes and bills. The Virginia Senate Privileges and Elections Committee reported out my Marriage Equality Constitutional Amendment with bipartisan support (SJ 249).

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Virginia Legislature Begins Work

One of the more bizarre starts ever

The first week of the 2025 regular session of the General Assembly which began on Jan. 7 was one of the more bizarre starts I have ever experienced.

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