Richmond, VA — Today, House Democrats released their proposed biennial budget for Fiscal Years 2026–2028 — a responsible, balanced plan focused on responding to federal cuts, lowering costs, strengthening healthcare, expanding childcare, and supporting working families across Virginia. House Appropriations Chair Torian delivered the following remarks: “Over the past year, federal actions have created real gaps –…
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House Democrats pass 849 bills, 84% of them bipartisan RICHMOND, VA – This morning, Virginia House Democrats held a post crossover press conference. Virginia House Democrats have proudly passed 849 bills – 225 of which build a more affordable Commonwealth by lowering the cost of buying and renting, reducing the cost of co-pays, medicine, doctor visits,…
RICHMOND, VA — Today, Virginia House Democrats passed HB1207 to establish statewide Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML). The program enables Virginians to care for themselves and loved ones without foregoing paychecks or quality of work. “Paid family and medical leave is commonsense policy that will strengthen Virginia’s economy and support Virginia families,” said Delegate Briana Sewell, Chief Patron…
RICHMOND, VA — Today, Virginia House Democrats passed HB5, a top priority to expand paid sick leave protections to workers across the Commonwealth. The bill extends Virginia’s existing earned sick leave law to cover employees of private employers and state and local governments, allowing workers to earn one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked.…
RICHMOND, VA – Today, House Democrats passed HB1208 to create a standardized, transparent method to estimate the true annual funding needed for Virginia’s early childhood care and education system. This creates reliable information for policymakers to consult and lays the groundwork to ensure parents can access the childcare they need at a cost they can afford. “Right now,…
RICHMOND, VA — Today, the Virginia House Democrats passed legislation to establish a Prescription Drug Affordability Board to lower medicine drug costs and protect Virginians from unaffordable price hikes. The bill creates an independent board to review the cost of certain high-priced prescription drugs sold in Virginia and determine whether they pose affordability challenges for patients…
Richmond, VA — Virginia House Democrats passed a package of legislation focused on lowering healthcare costs and increasing transparency and efficiency. “Far too many Virginians are unable to afford their life-saving medicines and get access to the care they need,” said Sydney Steinberg, Deputy Communications Director for the Virginia House Democratic Caucus. “Building an affordable Virginia is a…
RICHMOND, VA — Today, the Virginia House Democratic Caucus released the following statement congratulating Delegate-elect Kirk McPike on his victory in the HD-05 special election: “Congratulations to Delegate-elect Kirk McPike on his victory in the HD-05 special election. We’re thrilled to have Kirk join us in the House Democratic Caucus, as we deliver on an Affordable…
Richmond, VA — ICYMI yesterday, Virginia House Democrats passed a package of commonsense housing bills focused on lowering housing costs. House Democrats held a press conference today to celebrate the passage of these bills. Together, these bills cut unnecessary fees, strengthen tenant protections, support military families and domestic violence survivors, and keep people in their homes…
RICHMOND, VA – Today, Virginia House Democrats passed House Bill 18 (HB18) and House Bill 211 (HB211) – legislation that provides working families with affordable childcare options – lowering costs and allowing parents to stay in the workforce while raising a family. HB18 establishes the Employee Child Care Assistance Program to provide matching funds in order…