We’ve hit the mid-point of session, marked by what we call “crossover,” the day that all bills from one body cross over to the other in order to be considered. Many of the most heavily-contested bills arrive on this day, leading to long hours and fierce debates. My primary … [Read more...]
House Loss is Senate Gain
The big news last week was the transfer of power in the Senate. The election of Lynwood Lewis as the 20th Democratic member of the Senate, and with Democrat Ralph Northam in the tie-breaking role of Lt. Governor, Democrats assumed control and promptly moved to reconstitute … [Read more...]
Delegate David Toscano to Serve on Statewide Steering Committee for “VA Adopts”
CHARLOTTESVILLE - Delegate David J. Toscano announced he agreed to serve on the statewide Steering Committee for the Commonwealth's "Virginia Adopts: Campaign for 1,000", an initiative to match 1,000 children currently in foster care with adoptive families. "As a long time … [Read more...]