End of March Update

End of March Update

Dear Friend, Spring, and pollen, have officially arrived! I know many families have enjoyed spring break and are looking forward to the coming summer months. I hope you found the weekly email updates during the recent legislative session both informative and...
End of March Update

Update from Richmond: Week 8

Just one week remains in this year’s legislative session. As we approach our scheduled adjournment date of March 14, the House and Senate are working to iron out differences in differing legislative proposals. Both chambers must agree to the exact same language before...
End of March Update

Update from Richmond: Week 7

Dear Friend, This week, the House of Delegates debated and passed the biennial budget bill (HB30). I am devoting this week’s e-newsletter exclusively to discuss this budget proposal. Adopting a state budget is often considered the most important task of the General...
End of March Update

Update from Richmond: Week 6

The General Assembly reached its midpoint this past week. Known as Crossover, this date on the legislative calendar marks the final day that the House and Senate can consider legislation–with an exception for the budget–that originates in their chamber. Bills will now...
End of March Update

Update from Richmond: Week 5

We’ve just wrapped up another busy week at the State Capitol. With Crossover occurring next week, the House is taking final action on a number of items before they are sent to the Senate for consideration. With our legislative session capped at 60 days by the Virginia...