Women’s History Month With Team MVD
In celebration of Women's History Month, it's a pleasure to introduce the dedicated members of Team MVD who tirelessly serve our community.
Breaking Down Virginia's Gaming Landscape
Balancing expansion with responsibility.
In recent years, Virginia has witnessed a significant expansion in its gaming industry.
Sine Die
“Sine die” is the language that marks the end of the regular session of the Virginia General Assembly.
CORE and THRIVE Advancing Businesses in Fairfax County
This week, the County proudly introduces Fairfax CORE (Connecting Opportunities and Resources for Entrepreneurs), a groundbreaking online platform designed to empower business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs in Fairfax County, including the towns of Clifton and Vienna and cities of Fairfax and Falls Church.
Sine Do or Die
On Saturday evening, March 9, the 2024 General Assembly session adjourned sine die. “Sine die” is Latin for “without day,” and in legalese, if you will, it means “indefinitely.”
Gov. Youngkin Vetoes Bills to Protect Survivors of Domestic Violence
Gov. Glenn Youngkin vetoed HB46 and SB47, sponsored by Del. Elizabeth Bennett-Parker, Sen. Barbara Favola, critical bills to protect survivors of domestic violence. Nearly one third of all homicides in Virginia are domestic violence related, and nearly two thirds of domestic violence homicides in VA are committed with a firearm. The bills would not have affected law-abiding gun owners and would have saved lives.
The Final Countdown
We’re in the final week of the 2024 General Assembly session and we still have much work to do.
Scam Season
Be alert for these scams that increase in spring and summer.
With warmer weather on the way, I wanted to alert you to some common scams that you should be aware of during the upcoming spring and summer months.
Disappointed in Letter on Abortion
Letters to the Editor
Bills to the Governor
Governor can sign, veto, amend or take no action on bills that reach his desk. Read on to see what happens next in each case.
The governor has provided little in the way of a preview of what legislative actions he may take, including whether he will sign, amend, or veto bills that would increase the minimum wage and better protect communities from gun violence.
250 Years of Revolutionary History
As we approach the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, I wanted to highlight another anniversary in Virginia’s revolutionary history.
Is This Acceptable?
Letters
Metro Funding: Va. Should Contribute $180 Million
Smart Growth