Posts Tagged General Assembly
Virginia Democrats want to make menstrual app data off limits to police
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 8, 2024
Abortion was one of the most important issues during the campaign. And now that Democrats are taking control of the General Assembly, they are hoping to make it a part of the legislative session. Michael Pope reports.
Virginia legislators hope to restore former felon’s voting rights
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 8, 2024
With the 2024 legislative session just days away, an effort to amend Virginia’s constitution to give former felons the right to vote is already on the docket. Advocates argue the current requirement for the governor to authorize rights restoration disproportionately impacts Black voters. Brad Kutner has more.
State Democrats say Youngkin’s tax cut proposals aren’t happening
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 5, 2024
Governor Glenn Youngkin wants to cut Virginia’s income tax. But as Michael Pope reports, he’ll have a difficult time persuading Democrats who are now in control of the House and Senate.
A proposed sports arena in northern Virginia will be a big topic of debate for the upcoming session
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 4, 2024
One of the issues lawmakers will be debating when they gavel into session next week is the creation of a new authority that would own a northern Virginia sports arena. Michael Pope reports.
Mental health, elder care tops public concerns in 2024 budget hearing
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 3, 2024
The Virginia legislature held four virtual hearings Wednesday to hear from the public on what they’d like to see in the budget. Brad Kutner tuned in to two of hearings where mental health and care for the elderly were repeated concerns.
Will Governor Youngkin be successful in his “digital personal property tax” proposal?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 2, 2024
Members of the General Assembly are about to consider a proposal from the governor to modernize the sales tax. Michael Pope reports.
How will state lawmakers handle Governor Youngkin’s behavioral health push?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 29, 2023
Later this month, members of the General Assembly will consider an effort some are calling a transformation of Virginia’s behavioral health system. Michael Pope reports.
Governor Youngkin proposes more than $400 million for childcare efforts
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 27, 2023
Childcare is expected to be a major topic of conversation for the upcoming General Assembly session. Michael Pope reports.
Only Democratic legislator from Virginia’s western half shares priorities for 2024
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 27, 2023
Delegate Sam Rasoul is the only Democratic legislator from the western half of Virginia who will head to the General Assembly next month.
Brad Kutner spoke to him about his priorities for the region and what he hopes to accomplish as the chair of the House’s Education committee.
2024’s lesser-known proposed amendments to Virginia’s Constitution
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 27, 2023
Members of both political parties are hopeful they can soon add new amendments to Virginia’s state constitution. While you may have heard about some headline making constitutional amendments already, Brad Kutner took a look at lesser-known proposals that will go before the legislature next month.
A new Virginia sports arena is raising questions about the use of public funding for such projects
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 18, 2023
Should public money be used to finance sports venues? Michael Pope reports it’s likely to be a hot topic at the state capitol.
State lawmakers to take another look at “skill games” next month
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 14, 2023
Gambling will be one of the many topics of conversation when members of the General Assembly return to Richmond next month. Michael Pope has this update on machines you might have seen at your local convenience store.
Will state lawmakers require paid sick leave next month?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 13, 2023
One of the topics lawmakers will consider when they return to the Capitol next month is requiring businesses offer five paid sick days every year. Michael Pope reports.
State lawmakers will likely revisit license plate readers next month
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 8, 2023
Privacy advocates are worried about a new wave of license plate readers deployed across Virginia. Michael Pope reports.
Democrats will get to fill vacancies on the powerful State Corporation Commission next month
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 6, 2023
One of the consequences of Democrats taking control of the General Assembly is that Republicans will have no say in who serves on the State Corporation Commission. Michael Pope explains why.
Could a minimum wage increase be on the horizon for 2024?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 5, 2023
One of the first agenda items for Democrats who will soon take control of the General Assembly is raising the minimum wage. Michael Pope reports.
State lawmakers will consider a bill in 2024 that would make prison calls free
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 1, 2023
Criminal justice will be a major topic of discussion when lawmakers return to the Capitol next month. Michael Pope tells us about a bill that would allow people who are incarcerated to make free telephone calls and emails.
Could state lawmakers finally implement a marijuana marketplace?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 30, 2023
As lawmakers prepare to return to the Capitol, one issue is certain to come up again in the next General Assembly — marijuana. Michael Pope reports.
Will an assault-style weapons ban pass in 2024?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 29, 2023
On the campaign trail, candidates talked often about crime and preventing gun violence. Now, as Michael Pope reports, they’ll be considering legislation to fulfill campaign promises.
Abortion amendment will be in the spotlight during upcoming session
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 28, 2023
Now that Democrats have won control of the General Assembly, one of their first priorities will be protecting abortion rights. Michael Pope reports.
What should Virginians expect from the 2024 General Assembly?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 27, 2023
In January, Democrats will take control of the General Assembly for the last two years of a Republican administration. Michael Pope has this preview.
The relationship between the new House speaker and the governor got off to a rocky start
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 22, 2023
The House of Delegates is about to get a new Speaker of the House. And as Michael Pope reports, he starting out with a strained relationship with the governor.
State lawmakers getting an early start on filing legislation and constitutional amendments
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 20, 2023
The General Assembly session is only a few weeks away, and lawmakers are already starting to introduce legislation. Michael Pope says two constitutional amendments are among the first pieces.
Among the other early legislation filed Monday are bills to increase the minimum wage and to ban the sale of assault-style firearms. Democrats filed those. A bill to prevent enforcement of electric vehicle and emissions requirements was filed by a Republican Delegate.
General Assembly seniority rankings will carry extra significance in 2024
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 17, 2023
The incoming members of the General Assembly may all be walking into the Capitol at the same time. But as Michael Pope tells us, they will all have different seniority rankings.
A look at the General Assembly’s new leadership for 2024
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 15, 2023
Now that the election is over, newly elected members of the General Assembly are choosing who will lead them. Michael Pope has the story.
Former leaders give perspective as General Assembly prepares to pick new leadership
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 9, 2023
Voters have weighed in on which party should lead Virginia’s House and Senate. Now, as Michael Pope tells us, the new Democratic majority is going to have to vote on which members should have leadership positions.
The search for quality candidates for 2025 is already underway
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 8, 2023
Democratic candidates won in competitive races across Virginia this year, thanks in part to the debate over abortion rights. But as Michael Pope tells us, candidate recruitment might have also played a role.
A quarter of General Assembly races this year are uncontested
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 6, 2023
Voting for this fall’s General Assembly elections ends Tuesday. And as Michael Pope tells us, some candidates on the ballot have no challenger.
The role of Virginia’s electric vehicle mandate on this year’s election
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 31, 2023
Abortion and crime are at the top of the list of issues candidates are talking about this election. But, Michael Pope tells us electric vehicles may also be an important issue when the General Assembly gavels into session.
Campaigns are spending millions on TV ads this election cycle
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 26, 2023
As Election Day approaches, the airwaves are full of political ads. Michael Pope has details.
One Virginia jurisdiction is leading the way on early voting
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 25, 2023
Voting is well underway in every jurisdiction in Virginia. But as Michael Pope tells us, one part of Virginia is seeing a higher turnout than others.
PACs and the 2023 General Assembly elections
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 23, 2023
Political action committees are trying to influence the outcome of the election for the General Assembly. Michael Pope talked to political analysts about some of the big spenders.
New campaign finances records: Democrats have raised more, but Republicans have more in the bank
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 19, 2023
The latest round of campaign finance disclosures are providing a window into the state of the 2023 election. Michael Pope has details.
Virginia Republicans are leaning into the abortion rights debate this fal
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 12, 2023
Republicans are leaning into the issue of abortion rights. Michael Pope explains how that’s impacting the fall campaigns.
A handful of Virginia cities want lawmakers to take another look at pretext law
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 10, 2023
Some cities in Virginia are asking the General Assembly to revisit a new law aimed at preventing racial profiling. Michael Pope reports.
A snapshot of early voting numbers so far
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 9, 2023
Polls are open across Virginia for all 140 seats of the General Assembly. Michael Pope has this update on the progress so far.
A closer look at fundraising in some tight races this fall
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 5, 2023
All 140 seats in the General Assembly are up for grabs in November’s election. But as Michael Pope tells us, not all of the races are competitive when it comes to fundraising.
How successful are write-in campaigns in Virginia?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 3, 2023
Voters are already casting ballots for the November election. But as Michael Pope reports, some voters won’t see the names of all the candidates printed on those ballots.
A look at campaign fundraising numbers, with early voting starting this week
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 19, 2023
The latest round of campaign finance disclosures show Democrats have a fundraising edge leading into the fall campaign. Michael Pope reports.
Virginia’s sales tax holiday will be back in October
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 8, 2023
Lawmakers have finally passed budget amendments. As Michael Pope tells us, the deal was struck too late for the traditional back-to-school sales tax holiday. But, parents and students will still get a break.
15 Virginia Senators give their goodbyes
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 7, 2023
15 senators are saying goodbye to the General Assembly, a huge change in a chamber that does not usually see that much turnover in a single year. Michael Pope has this report about their last day in session.
Who “won” the budget agreement, Republicans or Democrats?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 6, 2023
Members of the General Assembly usually hammer out a budget deal in February or March. As Michael Pope tells us, they finished action Wednesday, six months late.
There was another “winner” of the agreement — mental health initiatives, although advocates were hopeful the state would do more. Here’s reporter Michael Pope again:
How much should Virginians pay for a new Commanders football stadium?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 6, 2023
Among line items baked into the new state budget is $250,000 for a study into the future of a new Washington Commanders football stadium in northern Virginia. But, how much should Virginians spend if the team decides to move south of the Potomac? Brad Kutner asked some legislators in Richmond.
Some details of the budget agreement are clearer, as lawmakers return to Richmond
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 6, 2023
Members of the Virginia General Assembly return to the Capitol Wednesday to finally adopt budget amendments. As Michael Pope reports, some details have become clearer.
A cap for support staff at Virginia school’s will be up for debate this week
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 1, 2023
Lawmakers will return to Richmond September 6th to pass amendments to the budget. Michael Pope has this preview of one of the issues they’ll address.
Here’s what’s known about the bipartisan budget agreement so far
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 30, 2023
Lawmakers will finally return to Richmond next week to pass amendments to a two-year budget that are already two months late. Michael Pope has the latest.
State lawmakers reach agreement on amendments to Virginia’s current budget
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 25, 2023
Members of the General Assembly are heading back to the Capitol to pass overdue budget amendments. Michael Pope has the latest.
Many General Assembly hopefuls are running unopposed this year
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 24, 2023
All of the seats in the General Assembly will be on the ballot this year. But as Michael Pope tells us, that does not mean a contested election in every district.
Governor Youngkin urges General Assembly to send him budget amendments
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 23, 2023
House and Senate leaders may be a step closer to finally getting an agreement on budget amendments. Michael Pope has the latest.
The Virginia Senate is poised to look very different next year
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 18, 2023
All 40 seats in the Virginia Senate are on the ballot this year. And as Michael Pope tells us, the next Senate will have a lot of new faces.
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