RICHMOND, VA — Virginia House Democrats today celebrated a historic turning point for the Commonwealth following the inauguration of Abigail Spanberger, Ghazala Hashmi, and Jay Jones. Governor Spanberger is the first woman Governor of Virginia, Lieutenant Governor Hashmi is the first Muslim American woman elected statewide, and Attorney General Jones is the first Black Attorney General in…
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RICHMOND, VA — Today, the Virginia House Democratic Caucus completed the second required passage of a package of constitutional amendments to protect fundamental freedoms and strengthen democracy. With House approval secured, the amendments now advance to the Senate and, when passed, will be sent to Virginia voters for final approval. The House passed the following constitutional…
RICHMOND, VA —Today, Virginia House Democrats unveiled their 2026 legislative agenda, Affordable, Secure, Resilient Virginia, outlining a comprehensive plan to lower costs for families, protect public safety and fundamental freedoms, and strengthen the Commonwealth against economic and political uncertainty.The agenda was released at a press conference in the House Briefing Room featuring Speaker Don Scott, House…
RICHMOND, VA —Today, the Virginia House Democratic Caucus announced additions to the leadership team for the upcoming legislative session, naming Delegate Destiny LeVere Bolling as Whip and Delegate Phil Hernandez as Deputy Whip. “Delegate LeVere Bolling and Delegate Hernandez bring discipline, focus, and a deep commitment to this caucus,” said House Democratic Leader Charniele Herring. “As trusted leaders,…
RICHMOND, VA — Today, the Virginia House Democratic Caucus released the following statement congratulating Delegate-elect Charlie Schmidt on his victory in the HD-77 special election: “Congratulations to Delegate-elect Charlie Schmidt on his victory in the HD-77 special election. We’re excited to welcome Charlie to the House Democratic Caucus and to work alongside him to deliver…
RICHMOND, VA — Today, the Virginia House Democratic Caucus Leadership proudly endorsed Garrett McGuire, Democratic nominee for House District 17. Garrett McGuire is a longtime public policy professional and community leader who has spent his career strengthening services for families in Fairfax County. He has led major community institutions, including serving as Chair of United Community…
RICHMOND, VA — Today, the Virginia House Democratic Caucus leadership proudly endorsed Margaret Franklin for Delegate in the special election for House District 23. Since 2019, Margaret Franklin has served the Woodbridge District on the Prince William Board of County Supervisors, where she has focused on strengthening public schools, expanding affordable housing, lowering the tax rate,…
RICHMOND, VA — Today, the Virginia House Democratic Caucus Leadership proudly endorsed Gretchen Bulova, Democratic nominee for House District 11. Gretchen Bulova has spent more than three decades serving the Fairfax community and working to elect Democrats at every level of government. A proven local leader with deep roots in HD-11, she has a long record…
RICHMOND, VA — Today, the Virginia House Democratic Caucus Leadership proudly endorsed Charlie Schmidt, Democratic nominee for House District 77. A former ACLU attorney, long-time community activist, and proud SEIU Local 512 member, Schmidt has dedicated his career to protecting civil rights, strengthening communities, and expanding opportunity for working families. From defending Virginians’ fundamental freedoms to…
RICHMOND, VA — As prefiling opened today for the 2026 General Assembly Session, the Virginia House Democratic Caucus introduced its first slate of legislation — a bold package that reflects the mandate voters delivered in November and the opportunities ahead under an incoming Democratic trifecta. These initial filings focus on protecting fundamental rights and freedoms…