Posts Tagged General Assembly 2025
Statewide candidates sidelined from the campaign trail by special session
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 29, 2025
Two statewide candidates are temporarily off the campaign trail and at the Capitol for a special session. Michael Pope reports.
Could a special session be on the horizon for the General Assembly? Or is it already in one?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 14, 2025
Members of the General Assembly may be returning to the Capitol for a special session. Michael Pope explains why.
Advocates say Youngkin can “put his money where his mouth is” by signing bias training bill
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 23, 2025
Governor Glenn Youngkin has about 100 bills on his desk that he’s still considering. Michael Pope has this report on one of those bills that will require unconscious bias training for doctors.
The House and Senate have different opinions on this social media bill; what will Youngkin do?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 15, 2025
Governor Glenn Youngkin is still considering how he wants to handle dozens of bills on his desk. Michael Pope has this report about one involving social media.
Northern Virginia officials say they need help from state lawmakers amidst federal job cuts
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 8, 2025
Members of the House of Delegates’ Emergency Committee on the Impacts of Federal Workforce and Funding Reductions are on the road, and they’re hearing from people in Northern Virginia. Michael Pope is in Alexandria with the latest.
Debate over ALPRs likely to return next year
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 3, 2025
Members of the General Assembly have rejected suggested changes the governor made to a bill on surveillance technology. Michael Pope reports.
Virginia’s Democratic Delegates blame ‘fear of Trump’ for Youngkin’s vetoes
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 2, 2025
Virginia’s Democratic members of the House of Delegates picked a specific target when trying to override vetoes by Governor Glenn Youngkin: Republicans’ alleged fear of revenge from President Donald Trump. Brad Kutner reports from the Capitol.
General Assembly sends fentanyl legislation back to the governor’s desk
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 2, 2025
Members of the Virginia General Assembly were back at the Capitol Wednesday, voting on hundreds of vetoes and amendments from the governor. Michael Pope has this story about one of those amendments on the fentanyl crisis.
Immigrant rights groups want lawmakers to reject some of the governor’s amendments
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 1, 2025
Members of the Virginia General Assembly will be back at the Capitol this week. Michael Pope has this report about how lawmakers will be considering legislation related to immigration.
The governor’s amendments will likely take center stage for this week’s reconvene session
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 31, 2025
Members of the General Assembly will be back in Richmond this week to consider hundreds of amendments and vetoes from the governor. Michael Pope reports.
Youngkin data center amendment likely pushes issue into 2025 election
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 31, 2025
More than two dozen bills aiming to address Virginia’s rapid data center expansion were submitted to the legislature earlier this year.
Only one bill that aimed to improve planning for the projects survived. And Governor Youngkin weakened it with an amendment that will be considered Wednesday. Brad Kutner has more on what this means for the 2025 election and beyond.
Environmental groups weigh in on Youngkin’s amendments
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 31, 2025
Environmental groups are preparing for the upcoming reconvene session of the General Assembly this week/Wednesday. Michael Pope has this preview.
Youngkin adds controversial amendment to parental notification law
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 28, 2025
A bipartisan effort meant to inform parents of safe gun storage laws and the dangers of freely accessible medication is likely doomed after Governor Glenn Youngkin amended the law. Brad Kutner spoke with those opposed and in favor of the governor’s changes to the bill.
Stores that sell invasive plants will soon have to post new signage
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 28, 2025
Governor Glenn Youngkin is joining the fight against invasive plants. Michael Pope reports.
Youngkin amends “junk fees” bill, but the legislature is already saying no
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 27, 2025
Members of the General Assembly are returning to the Capitol next week to consider all the amendments Governor Glenn Youngkin added to their bills. Michael Pope has this report on how he amended a bill on junk fees.
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 27, 2025
Governor Glenn Youngkin spoke alongside federal authorities in Northern Virginia Thursday morning. They were celebrating the arrest of an alleged leader of an international criminal gang who was living in a D.C. suburb. Brad Kutner has more.
What will lawmakers do with Youngkin’s amendments to license plate readers legislation?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 26, 2025
Members of the Virginia General Assembly will be returning to the Capitol next week, and Michael Pope reports that they’ll be considering an important gubernatorial amendment about surveillance.
After years of unsuccessful attempts, Virginia closes campaign spending loophole
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 26, 2025
A loophole in Virginia’s campaign finance laws will close thanks to a bipartisan effort signed by Governor Glenn Youngkin this week. Brad Kutner has more on the effort that took more than a decade to get to the governor’s desk.
Youngkin wants to create a Gaming Commission; the General Assembly has already said no
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 25, 2025
Gambling and marijuana continue to vex the governor and members of the General Assembly. Michael Pope reports.
Youngkin’s budget amendments face scrutiny from Democrats
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 25, 2025
Governor Glenn Youngkin waited till the last possible moment to publish his 205 amendments to the state’s budget. That’s left Democrats scrambling to address his concerns ahead of next week’s reconvene session. Brad Kutner has more.
Youngkin, Democratic leadership still at odds over immigration enforcement
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 24, 2025
Virginia’s Republican governor and Democrats who control the General Assembly are clashing over immigration. Michael Pope reports.
Youngkin announces over 200 budget amendments
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 24, 2025
Virginia legislators came together to form a conference budget before leaving Richmond last month. But on Monday, Governor Glenn Youngkin announced his requested amendments to that budget. Brad Kutner has this breakdown ahead of legislators’ chance to consider the amendments.
Youngkin likely to add to his record number of vetoes
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 26, 2025
Governor Glenn Youngkin already holds the record for most vetoes. And as Michael Pope reports, he’s about to bump up that total with dozens of new vetoes expected in the next few weeks.
Virginia Democrats send environmental bills to Youngkin’s desk, where his veto pen likely waits…
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 21, 2025
Governor Glenn Youngkin will soon consider a handful of bills aimed at transforming electricity generation. Michael Pope reports.
Pope & Schapiro: As session ends, the attention now turns to Youngkin
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 21, 2025
State lawmakers are about to send many bills to Governor Glenn Youngkin’s desk. Michael Pope and Jeff Schapiro – political columnist with the Richmond Times-Dispatch – discuss potential vetoes and the week that was in state government and politics.
Will the governor sign legislation cracking down on junk fees in Virginia?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 20, 2025
Governor Glenn Youngkin will soon consider a bill aimed at cracking down on junk fees. Michael Pope has the details.
Juvenile shackling bill headed to Youngkin’s desk
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 20, 2025
Governor Glenn Youngkin is considering a bill that would cut down on the practice of shackling children in court. Michael Pope reports.
State lawmakers consider additional protections for federal contractors
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 19, 2025
Members of the General Assembly are debating ways to protect Virginians from reductions to the federal workforce. Michael Pope reports.
Could Virginia finally rein in its loose campaign finance laws?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 19, 2025
Members of the General Assembly are considering reforming Virginia’s campaign finance system. Michael Pope reports.
Should Virginia police be allowed to lie to children?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 18, 2025
When is it OK for law enforcement officers to lie to children? Michael Pope reports.
Virginia lawmakers weigh social media restrictions for kids
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 18, 2025
Members of the General Assembly are debating what kind of restrictions they want to put on social media for children. Michael Pope reports.
After years of work, Virginia’s new gambling authority in limbo
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 13, 2025
Ever since Virginia expanded gambling options, legislators have been working to create a new state entity to regulate the industry. A bill to create a new Virginia Gaming Commission sailed out of subcommittee earlier this month only to be killed and instead have its language added to the budget. Brad Kutner spoke to legislators involved to find out why.
Contraception access likely to remain a hot issue beyond General Assembly session
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 13, 2025
Democrats in the General Assembly are taking several tracks in an effort to secure the right to contraception. And, as Michael Pope reports, they’re also hoping to take the issue on the campaign trail.
Efforts to reform Virginia’s campaign finance laws have died again this year
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 10, 2025
Members of the Virginia General Assembly are currently engaged in a number of debates about public policy issues. But as Michael Pope reports, some of the important issues are NOT being debated.
Virginia legislature looks to further embrace the blockchain
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 7, 2025
Blockchain technology is back at Virginia’s legislative session in 2025. An effort to allow businesses to use high tech to conduct transactions is the newest trend that elected officials are considering, just as one of the industry’s biggest fans enters the White House. Brad Kutner has more.
Regulations for air conditioning in Virginia prisons are gaining steam in Richmond
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 7, 2025
The Senate of Virginia is considering a bill to help inmates of prisons avoid extreme heat. Michael Pope reports.
Virginia’s senior groups advocate in Richmond
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 6, 2025
Aging isn’t easy. About 200 senior citizens traveled to Richmond Wednesday to ask the legislature for funding on issues they say will improve their quality of life, but also the lives of those coming up behind them. Brad Kutner has more.
Virginia Democrats look to lift funding cap on school support staff
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 6, 2025
Back in 2008 when the country entered a recession, states like Virginia took austerity measures to help balance their books. But some of those cost-saving measures live on today, even as the Commonwealth collects billions in surplus funds. Brad Kutner has more on the bipartisan effort to see the school support staff cap removed.
The General Assembly is in a heated debate over immigration enforcement
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 6, 2025
Virginia’s Republican governor is clashing with Democrats who run the General Assembly over the budget. And as Michael Pope reports, one of the flashpoints is immigration enforcement.
Virginia lawmakers are already working to respond to funding decisions in Washington
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 6, 2025
As the new administration in Washington plans to slash the federal workforce and freeze federal funding, members of the General Assembly are trying to figure out how to respond. Michael Pope reports that the Speaker of the House of Delegates is taking action.
Bipartisan contraception coverage bill flies out of Virginia House
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 5, 2025
If Virginia’s House of Delegates gets its way, contraception might be cheaper in the Commonwealth, or at least easier to get. The effort got 70 votes to pass the chamber Tuesday, Brad Kutner has more from Richmond.
Legislation creating a marijuana marketplace continues to make progress, but will Youngkin sign it?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 5, 2025
Last year, Governor Glenn Youngkin vetoed a bill that would have created a way for people to sell marijuana in Virginia. Now, as Michael Pope tells us, lawmakers are planning to send a similar bill to his desk again.
Virginia advocates debunk oyster month myth
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 5, 2025
Virginia’s oyster industry has exploded in recent years thanks in part to environmental cleanup and other supports from the state’s General Assembly. Brad Kutner was on site for oyster day in Richmond Wednesday morning and filed this report.
It’s the halfway point of the General Assembly session; what’s happened so far and what lies ahead?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 5, 2025
Members of the General Assembly are halfway through their session, causing them to take stock of the situation and plan out a strategy for the remaining two weeks. Michael Pope reports.
A bill paving the way for a new casino in Fairfax County is moving on with an uncertain future
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 4, 2025
A bill that might lead to a new casino in Fairfax County got over a major hurdle Tuesday. Michael Pope reports.
Virginia Senate allows Youngkin school accountability effort to move forward
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 4, 2025
The Senate of Virginia is rejecting an effort to hit the pause button on a major education initiative of the governor. Michael Pope has the latest from the Capitol.
After years of trying, Roem’s FOIA fees limit bill is moving forward
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 3, 2025
Members of the House of Delegates are now considering a bill that would create new limits on how much government agencies can charge for a public records request. Michael Pope has the details.
Virginia’s legislative budget looks to tackle Helene relief quickly
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 3, 2025
It’s been nearly four months since Hurricane Helene ravaged parts of Southwest Virginia and state legislators are looking to get funds to those who need them most. Brad Kutner spoke with legislators in Richmond.
Bill protecting doctors that give gender-affirming care clears state Senate, veto likely awaits
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 3, 2025
The state Senate has approved a bill protecting Virginia doctors who administer gender-affirming care. But as Michael Pope reports, the bill still may face a veto from the governor.
Full Virginia Senate to debate the state’s campaign finance laws today for first time in decades
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 3, 2025
Members of the Virginia Senate are about to debate campaign finance reform. Michael Pope has this preview.
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