HJ 2, which would automatically restore felons’ right to vote, passed the House of Delegates Committee on Privileges and Elections on a party line vote Wednesday.
Virginia considering future building code updates affecting infill development
Advisory group discussing whether to allow certain multi-unit buildings over three stories to only need one stairwell instead of several.
Proposed constitutional amendment ‘fills in that gap’ for surviving spouses, supporters say
If passed, measure would extend property tax exemption to the surviving spouses of service members “killed in the line of duty,” a broader classification.
Stafford’s Swift Water team deploys to help hurricane efforts
First deployment for team under agreement with VDEM.
IT glitch caused delays in flights, business operations across Commonwealth
Gov. Glenn Youngkin asked the public to be patient amid delays as officials work to resolve the problems.
Spotsylvania therapist, author has a full plate advocating for military spouses
Dr. Bridgette Williams and Del. Josh Cole are collaborating to create a license plate inclusive of widowed military, police and firefighter spouses.
Va. Senate again fails to pass bill on tuition benefit for military families
If the legislature can’t pass a bill, Gov. Glenn Youngkin hinted he might force both chambers to return.
Youngkin to reestablish maternal health data task force, after vetoing bill that would have done so
Task force seeks to collect maternal health data that can inform future policy.
Changes to Farm Use plates take effect July 1
Here’s info on the new tag you’ll need to have.
Virginia Senate returns to Richmond but fails to pass any bills
Democratic leaders leave all legislation — including VMSDEP reforms — in committee.
These new housing laws will take effect next month
Some new laws offer more protections to residents of mobile home parks.