Democrats in the state Senate passed an increase in the minimum wage. It’s currently $12. It would increase to $13.50 in 2025 and $15 in 2026.

The Virginia Senate passed a bill that bans the purchase of assault-style weapons. The legislation bans the purchase of any assault-style firearm manufactured after July 1, 2024.

A General Assembly committee voted to pass by a bill this session from Culpeper Delegate Nick Freitas that would require the State Board of Education to include the study of dangers of communism in SOL’s.

A bill allowing Virginia localities to increase sales tax by 1% to fund construction and renovation of schools passed the Senate. Senators Durant, Reeves and Stuart voted no.

A Virginia Senate subcommittee approved a bill that would allow retail marijuana sales to begin in up to 400 stores starting January 1, 2025.

The Virginia Senate passes legislation that would create a $500 civil penalty for firearm owners who leave handguns on a car seat or other areas visable to those passing by. This legislation now goes to the House.

The Spotsylvania Board of Supervisors and School Board met together to talk about issues and a path forward. Supervisor Chris Yakabouski (Battlefield) says there’s much to be gained with these meetings.

The Spotsylvania County Administrator advocates for more strategic planning

Prince William Delegate Jeremy McPike’s bill to allow all localities in Virginia to charge an additional 1% sales tax to fund school construction and renovation (if voters of the locality approved through a referendum) passed in Committee.

After hearing about two hours of public comment, Fredericksburg City Council unanimously approved amendments to the unified development ordinance that increase density in some zoning districts.

Fredericksburg City Council heard about two hours of comments against changes that those in opposition say will increase density in parts of the city. In the end, Council voted to make the changes. Here is some of the public comment.