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Virginia State Senate

The Virginia State Senate is the upper chamber of the Virginia General Assembly, the legislative body for the Commonwealth of Virginia. It consists of 40 members who are elected every four years from single-member districts across the state. Each senator represents an average of around 200,000 residents. The State Senate is responsible for crafting and voting on legislation, which often includes issues like education, healthcare, transportation, and public safety. The body holds a considerable influence over state policy, budget, taxation, and other significant decisions. The Lieutenant Governor of Virginia serves as the presiding officer of the State Senate.

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Virginia State Senate’s response to Stop Senate Bill 1031

Thank you for your feedback regarding SB1031. I share your concerns and will oppose the bill.

I am not aware of any data showing there is a problem with how the homeschool statute has worked over the last 40 years since it was passed and s...

Jack's Boathouse is a D.C. institution! Keep it open!

Thank you all for contacting me regarding this issue. I have written the Governor a letter asking that he not re-appoint Helen Dragas in the weeks after this became public. Regardless of her intent, it is now very clear that procedurally this was han...

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