Posts Tagged General Assembly
It’s looking unlikely that state lawmakers will pass budget amendments before July 1st
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 5, 2023
Virginia’s next fiscal year is fast approaching. And as Michael Pope tells us, it could start with some uncertainty.
With a deadline looming, state lawmakers still don’t have an agreement on the budget
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 30, 2023
Members of Congress may be closer to resolving the conflict over the debt ceiling. But, as Michael Pope tells us, members of the Virginia General Assembly are still at a standstill with their budget amendments.
Adult websites must verify the age of users in Virginia now
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 16, 2023
The governor is taking final actions this week on bills lawmakers sent him during the General Assembly session. Michael Pope has this story about one involving online pornography.
Several challengers are outraising incumbents in General Assembly races
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 2, 2023
Campaign finance numbers are revealing the state of some contested races heading into the June 20 primary. Michael Pope reports.
Fundraising disclosures show an edge for Democrats in the state Senate
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 21, 2023
The latest round of campaign finance disclosures show the 2023 election is attracting record amounts of campaign cash. Michael Pope tells us Democrats have an edge in fundraising for the Senate.
General Assembly candidates must decide this week if they’re running this year
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 3, 2023
This week will see some major news for the 2023 election in Virginia. Michael Pope has this preview.
Redistricting might prevent some state lawmakers from participating in budget special session
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on March 14, 2023
Members of the General Assembly finished their legislative session without passing a budget, and they are expected to return to the Capitol soon to finish the job. But, as Michael Pope reports, all members of the legislature might not be able to participate.
Sears’ Win is Historic, But Tuesday Leaves the General Assembly with Fewer Black Members
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 3, 2021
Winsome Sears’ win last night as the Republican Lieutenant Governor candidate was historic. Sears is the first Black woman elected to a statewide office. But, as Michael Pope reports, one of the other outcomes of Tuesday will be fewer Black members in the General Assembly.
State Democrats Send Eight New Judges to the Virginia Court of Appeals
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 10, 2021
The Virginia Appeals Court is getting a makeover, including new powers and new judges. Michael Pope reports the Democrat majorities in the House and Senate have approved a diverse slate of new judges.
Federal Pandemic Aid: Advocates Call for More Affordable Housing
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 23, 2021
Lawmakers will be back in Richmond next week to figure out how to spend $4 billion of federal stimulus money. One agenda item they’ll be debating is affordable housing. Michael Pope reports.
Federal Pandemic Aid: Advocates Push for Eviction Protections
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 22, 2021
Lawmakers are about to return to Richmond for a special session to determine how to spend more than four billion dollars of federal stimulus money. Some advocates want them to take action to protect people against evictions. Michael Pope reports.
Interest Groups Lining Up Proposals on How to Spend Federal Funding
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 20, 2021
Lawmakers are returning to Richmond to figure out how to spend more than four billion dollars of federal stimulus money. Michael Pope has this preview.
Declining Birth Rates May Transform Virginia Schools
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 7, 2021
The declining birth rate is having an influence over planning in school divisions across Virginia. It’s a discussion that’s playing out while lawmakers are trying to figure out what to do with stimulus money. Michael Pope reports.
New Overtime Law is Confusing Some, But Improvement Could Be on the Horizon
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 5, 2021
Employers in Virginia now have new requirements for paying overtime. And, lawmakers are already considering ways to improve the new law. Michael Pope reports.
Interest Groups Have Many Ideas About How Virginia Should Spend Pandemic Aid
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 1, 2021
Lawmakers are about to return to Richmond to figure out how to spend billions of dollars in stimulus cash from the federal government. Michael Pope reports every interest group in Virginia is making a case for a piece of the pie.
Advocates Rejoice as Marijuana Becomes Legal in Virginia
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 30, 2021
The prohibition against marijuana is drawing to a close. As of Thursday, pot will be legal in Virginia. Michael Pope reports.
As Carroll Foy Resigns, Other Lawmakers Weigh Options for 2021 Campaigning
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 8, 2020
As the upcoming General Assembly session approaches, lawmakers who are eyeing statewide office are trying to figure out how to juggle the legislature with the campaign trail. Michael Pope reports.
State Lawmakers Urged to Consider Changing Language on Disabilities
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 3, 2020
Lawmakers are considering legislation that might change how we speak about people with disabilities. Michael Pope reports.
Tired of Virginia’s Political Maps? Now’s Your Chance to Help Draw Them
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 2, 2020
Now that voters have approved of a new redistricting commission, half of the members have been named. And, state officials are now taking applications for the other half. Michael Pope reports.
A Look at Why So Many House of Delegates Members are Running for Statewide Offices
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 25, 2020
As lawmakers prepare for the upcoming General Assembly session, a huge number of House members are running for statewide office or at least considering a run. As Michael Pope reports, that’s because of a quirk in the calendar this year.
At Least One Lawmaker Wants to Prohibit Private Prisons in Virginia
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 12, 2020
Lawmakers just ended their special session this week. But they’re already preparing for the next General Assembly session, which begins in about two months. Michael Pope has this preview of one bill that would prohibit private prisons.
Lawmakers Set to Revisit Expungement Debate After Failing to Reach Agreement
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 10, 2020
Lawmakers have now ended their three-month special session. And, they left one important piece of business unfinished. Michael Pope reports.
As State Lawmakers Consider Budget Amendments, Debate Over VMI Investigation Ensues
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 9, 2020
Members of the House of Delegates sparred Monday over a proposal from Governor Northam to fund an investigation into accounts of systemic racism at Virginia Military Institute. Cat Modlin-Jackson has the story.
Eviction-Related Protections Amendment to Be Considered by General Assembly Monday
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 6, 2020
Governor Ralph Northam is sending lawmakers an amendment to a bill aimed at helping renters during the pandemic. Michael Pope reports.
Should Virtual Meetings Involving Public Business Continue After the Pandemic?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 5, 2020
During the pandemic, people have gotten used to the idea of virtual meetings. But when the pandemic is over, how much government business should be conducted online? Michael Pope reports about a bill that might come under consideration in January.
Northam Considers Bill Limiting Some Use of Military Equipment by Police
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 27, 2020
Governor Ralph Northam is now considering dozens of bills lawmakers sent him during a special session on coronavirus and criminal justice reform. Michael Pope reports about one bill that could limit what kind of military equipment is available to police.
Criminal Cases in Virginia Will Work Differently Beginning Next Year
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 27, 2020
Starting next summer, the criminal justice system in Virginia will see a major change in how criminal trials work and what kind of plea deals are offered. Michael Pope reports.
Virginia Takes on Race-Motivated 911 Calls
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 23, 2020
Calling 911 on someone because they are Black is about to become a felony in Virginia. Michael Pope reports.
Differences Over Conviction Expungement Continue to Divide General Assembly
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 21, 2020
Lawmakers are mostly done with their special session, although they left some business unfinished. Michael Pope reports on one criminal justice reform that has yet to be resolved.
Special Session Begins to Wrap Up: What Did Lawmakers Accomplish?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 19, 2020
Governor Ralph Northam is now considering several dozen bills lawmakers sent during a two-month special session. Michael Pope reports.
Who Should Be Able to Serve on New Redistricting Commission?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 9, 2020
Voters are considering a constitutional amendment that would create a new commission to draw political boundaries. But just who is expected to serve on this commission? Michael Pope reports.
General Assembly Working Out Differences Over Conviction Expungement
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 8, 2020
Leaders in the House and Senate are trying to work out their differences on expunging old convictions. Michael Pope reports.
State Lawmakers Are Working to Give Prosecutors More Options
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 6, 2020
Lawmakers are wrapping up their special session on the budget and criminal justice reform. And, they’re about to send a bill to the governor that could transform how cases are handled in your local courthouse. Michael Pope reports.
A Closer Look at Closed-Door Conference Committees
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 6, 2020
Lawmakers are trying to wrap up their special session in Richmond, although they’ll need to resolve several major differences between the House version of bills and the Senate version of bills. And, they’ll be resolving their differences in private. Michael Pope reports.
A Look at the Policing Reforms Moving Forward at the General Assembly
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 2, 2020
Lawmakers in Richmond are moving forward with a sweeping package of new laws aimed at reforming how policing works in Virginia. Michael Pope reports.
Effort Banning Police Use of Chokeholds Fails in Richmond
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 2, 2020
Lawmakers in Richmond may be close to wrapping up their special session. And, they’re coming to a resolution on the issue of chokeholds. Michael Pope reports.
Pretext Stops Related to the Smell of Marijuana May Soon Be a Thing of the Past
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 30, 2020
The Virginia Senate is about to consider a bill that could dramatically reduce the number of people who are stopped and searched by police officers. Michael Pope reports.
Funding Dispute Could Delay Sentencing Reform Legislation
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 29, 2020
Sentencing reform is coming to Virginia, although Democrats in the House and Senate are divided on when Virginia can afford to make it happen. Michael Pope reports.
MRAPs Have Become a Sticking Point in Military Equipment Use Debate
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 18, 2020
Lawmakers are debating a ban on some kinds of military equipment for law enforcement agencies across Virginia. As Michael Pope reports, the House and Senate are taking different approaches.
Virginia House and Senate at Odds Over Special Session’s Next Steps
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 17, 2020
House Democrats and Senate Democrats are at an impasse, and leaders in both chambers are trying to figure out what to do next in the special session. Michael Pope reports.
Lessons Learned During the 1986 Special Session
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 17, 2020
Faced with a global pandemic and undeniable evidence of police brutality, lawmakers are working their way through a hectic special session – but it’s not entirely without precedent. Cat Modlin-Jackson has this look back at a time when the legislature got together to solve a different kind of crisis.
Virginia Senate Committee Kills Paid Quarantine Leave Bill
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 16, 2020
Lawmakers are rejecting an effort to require businesses offer paid quarantine leave. Michael Pope reports.
State Lawmakers Working to Balance the Budget… Again
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 15, 2020
Lawmakers are trying to budget the state out of the red ink created by slumping revenues tied to the economic crisis. Michael Pope reports.
Senate Democrats Split Over State Inspections of ICE Facilities
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 11, 2020
Members of the Virginia state Senate are considering a bill that would allow state inspectors access to detention centers holding people accused of violating immigration laws. But, Senate Democrats are divided about how to handle the situation. Michael Pope reports.
Bill Blocking Police Use of Military Equipment Moves to House of Delegates
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 10, 2020
The Virginia Senate has approved a landmark bill approving policing reform. The vote came after a debate over the use of military equipment. Michael Pope has details.
Advocates Say There’s Adequate Funding to Reinstate Healthcare Spending
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 10, 2020
Faced with uncertainty about the costs of the coronavirus, lawmakers hit pause on plans to spend more money on Medicaid coverage earlier this year. But, in spite of an expected revenue shortfall, policy experts say there’s plenty of money left for healthcare spending. Cat Modlin-Jackson reports.
Marcus Alert Legislation On its Way to the Virginia Senate
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 9, 2020
Wednesday, House lawmakers advanced a bill that would establish the Marcus Alert system. Cat Modlin-Jackson has this story about the evolving proposal, named for an unarmed Black man killed by a Richmond police officer in 2018.
Democratic Senators Block Republican Effort to Prevent Police from Unionizing
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 9, 2020
Members of the General Assembly are about to move forward with landmark legislation to reform policing in Virginia. But, Republican efforts to reduce the influence of police unions have been unsuccessful. Michael Pope reports.
Virginia Senate Shelves COVID Workers Comp Bill for Now
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 9, 2020
Should workers who get COVID-19 be eligible for workers’ compensation? As Michael Pope reports, lawmakers aren’t sure.
Bill Allowing Localities to Immediately Remove War Memorials Moves to State Senate
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 8, 2020
As the nation attempts to reckon with systemic racism, lawmakers in Virginia are moving to speed up the process of taking down Confederate monuments. Cat Modlin-Jackson has the story.
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