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The past several years have brought an onslaught of anti-transgender legislation across the country, and Virginia is no exception. Here’s a breakdown.
Earlier this week, a panel from the Democratic-led Virginia Senate voted to advance legislation related to gun safety, ranging from a bill that would require adults to keep guns safely locked up and away from any children in the household to restrictions on the sale of assault-style weapons, as well as one that would specify in Virginia state law that firearms are banned at public higher education institutions.
After a classroom shooting allegedly committed by a Virginia 6-year-old, Democrats in the state Senate are advancing a bill that would require adults to keep guns locked up if minors are in the home.
It’s been a busy first year for the Virginia governor. Let’s rewind. Sunday, Jan. 15, marks one year since Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin assumed office in Virginia—and what a year it has been. Between COVID-19, divisive education policy, and campaigning in other states, Virginia’s governor has kept himself busy–but not always with the business of...
From abortion and LGBTQ rights to marijuana and gun safety, Virginia lawmakers have a lot on their plates when the General Assembly convenes on Wednesday.
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In a matter of weeks, the winner of the upcoming special election could potentially be voting on Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s proposal to ban most abortions in Virginia after 15 weeks of pregnancy.
Del. Keith Hodges’ proposal would replace policies intended to help communities harmed by the drug war with new financial incentives for corporations who locate businesses in disadvantaged areas, according to legalization advocates.