Join LeeDems on a road trip to Richmond Wednesday, February 15th to show our appreciation for the Democratic Delegates and Senators to the Virginia General Assembly (Lee District elected officials – click here; state wide directory, click here). Don’t just tell our Democrats that you’re glad they are in Richmond for us, show them by
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The 2012 session convened January 11th for the ‘long’ session. Regular Session The General Assembly meets annually, beginning on the second Wednesday in January, for 60 days in even-numbered years and for 30 days in odd-numbered years, with an option to extend annual sessions for a maximum of 30 days. Special Sessions The Governor may
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For 26 years David Bailey Associates have published what all the General Assembly members are familiar with, the ‘Red Book’. It is an excellent comprehensive directory of General Assembly members and their contact information. It is available as a PDF (free), click here.  

Friday the Department of Justice approved the redistricting plan submitted by Virginia, HB5005, that redraws the House of Delegates and Senate district boundaries following the 2010 census.

For Lee District that means one new Senate district, the 35th (D-Saslaw), and one less House district, the 45th (D-Englin). These newly approved district boundaries will therefore be used in the upcoming primaries, caucuses and the November 8th General Election. Thank you to Delegate David Englin who has served Lee District with distinction, and welcome to Senate Majority Leader Dick Saslaw.

Dear Democrats and Friends in and around the 43rd District, It has been an interesting ride over the last months as the redistricting process for the House of Delegates unfolded.  I can only guess now how it will ultimately turn out.  Maybe we will know by next week—there is a hope among Democratic senators and
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The 2011 Virginia General Assembly session convened Wednesday, January 12th, and adjourned Sunday, February 27th. Regular Session The General Assembly meets annually, beginning on the second Wednesday in January, for 60 days in even-numbered years and for 30 days in odd-numbered years, with an option to extend annual sessions for a maximum of 30 days.
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Delegate David Englin (D-45) talks about his legislation to end the budget gimmicks that undermine Virginia’s long-term fiscal stability, create hardships for small businesses, and hinder the General Assembly’s ability to have an open and honest discussion of budget and revenue priorities. Virginia Retirement System Lock Box Amendment (HJ 680): Protects the future solvency of
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The 2011 session of the General Assembly opened January 12th at noon with legislators from both parties honoring Rep. Gabrielle Giffords and the victims of the tragedy in Tucson and calling for greater civility in our political debate. I’ve hit the ground running, working on legislation to strengthen our community, defend our community’s progressive values, and
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I am pleased to return to Richmond, to proudly represent the people of the 39th district during the 2011 General Assembly session. One of the most challenging issues the General Assembly faces during the coming weeks is maintaining funds for K-12 education as well as additional cuts to Medicaid, including a five percent reduction in
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Pictures from the recent trip to Richmond to visit the newly remodeled Capitol building and visit the General Assembly in session.